Turra - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Turra is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Kurainia - 1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turra is 503517. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.92 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Turra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turra
According to the 2011 Census, Turra village had a total population of 435 people, including 205 males and 230 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.11%, with male literacy at 52.60% and female literacy at 40.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 435.
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 | 435 | 205 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 32 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 205 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 91 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 114 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Turra
Turra 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 Turra
Turra 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 Singrauli to Turra is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turra 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turra 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 Turra
Where is Turra located?
Turra village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turra?
The Gram Panchayat of Turra is Kurainia - 1.
What is the pincode of Turra?
The pincode of Turra is 486882.
What is the population of Turra?
Turra had a total population of 435, including 205 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Turra?
Turra had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turra was 46.11%. Male literacy was 52.60% and female literacy was 40.11%.