Turkhed
Turkhed is a village located in Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Murtijapur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Muramba is the gram panchayat of Turkhed village.
Turkhed has its own place in the vibrant Akola region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Turkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turkhed is 530311. The village spans a total geographical area of 260.95 hectares. Murtijapur is nearest town to Turkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Turkhed village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Turkhed
Population of Turkhed
Below is a concise population overview of Turkhed as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 382 | 196 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 165 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 31 | 57 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turkhed village:
- The total population of Turkhed village is around 382, including approximately 196 males and 186 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Turkhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Turkhed village has 50 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 30 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Turkhed village is about 76.96%, with male literacy at 84.18% and female literacy at 69.35%.
- There are around 85 households in Turkhed village.
Connectivity of Turkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Turkhed had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Turkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turkhed
- Where is Turkhed located?
- Turkhed village is situated in Murtijapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turkhed?
- The Gram Panchayat of Turkhed is Muramba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Turkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turkhed is 382, with 196 males and 186 females.
- How many households are there in Turkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turkhed village has a total of 85 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turkhed is 76.96%. The male literacy rate is 84.18%, while the female literacy rate is 69.35%.