Turkaha - Unchehara, Satna
Turkaha is a village situated in the Unchehara tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Unchehara and around 35 km from Satna. Khari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkaha is 463878. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.62 hectares and falls under the 485661 pincode. Nagod is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Turkaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turkaha
According to the 2011 Census, Turkaha village had a total population of 402 people, including 214 males and 188 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.25%, with male literacy at 90.53% and female literacy at 64.02%.
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 | 402 | 214 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 172 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 42 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Turkaha
Turkaha 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 Turkaha
Turkaha 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagod to Turkaha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Turkaha is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turkaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Turkaha
Where is Turkaha located?
Turkaha village is located in Unchehara Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turkaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkaha is Khari.
What is the pincode of Turkaha?
The pincode of Turkaha is 485661.
What is the population of Turkaha?
Turkaha had a total population of 402, including 214 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Turkaha?
Turkaha had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkaha was 78.25%. Male literacy was 90.53% and female literacy was 64.02%.