Turiya - Kurai, Seoni
Turiya is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Turia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turiya is 497188. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.26 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Turiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turiya
According to the 2011 Census, Turiya village had a total population of 1,999 people, including 1,028 males and 971 females, living in 449 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.01%, with male literacy at 81.90% and female literacy at 64.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 262.
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 | 1,999 | 1,028 | 971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 166 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 135 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 1,250 | 706 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 322 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Turiya
Turiya 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 Turiya
Turiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seoni to Turiya is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Turiya
Where is Turiya located?
Turiya village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Turiya is Turia.
What is the pincode of Turiya?
The pincode of Turiya is 481111.
What is the population of Turiya?
Turiya had a total population of 1,999, including 1,028 males and 971 females.
How many households are there in Turiya?
Turiya had 449 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turiya was 73.01%. Male literacy was 81.90% and female literacy was 64.00%.