Turka - Jawa, Rewa
Turka is a village situated in the Jawa tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawa and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Chhandahna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turka is 465393. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.96 hectares and falls under the 486223 pincode. Sirmour is the nearest town.
Turka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turka
According to the 2011 Census, Turka village had a total population of 99 people, including 45 males and 54 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.60%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 58.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 99 | 45 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 15 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Turka
Turka is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Turka
Turka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Rewa to Turka is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Turka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turka
Where is Turka located?
Turka village is located in Jawa Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turka?
The Gram Panchayat of Turka is Chhandahna.
What is the pincode of Turka?
The pincode of Turka is 486223.
What is the population of Turka?
Turka had a total population of 99, including 45 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Turka?
Turka had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turka was 72.60%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 58.97%.