Turkabad Kharadi - Gangapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Turkabad Kharadi is a village situated in the Gangapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Gangapur and around 20 km from Aurangabad. Turkabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkabad Kharadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkabad Kharadi is 549264. The village covers a total geographical area of 1593 hectares and falls under the 431133 pincode. Aurangabad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Turkabad Kharadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkabad Kharadi
As per Census 2011, Turkabad Kharadi village has a total population of 6,017 people, consisting of 3,158 males and 2,859 females. The village has 1,166 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 904 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,804 literate and 2,213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 337 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 233 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkabad Kharadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,017 | 3,158 | 2,859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 904 | 485 | 419 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 171 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 123 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 3,804 | 2,267 | 1,537 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,213 | 891 | 1,322 |
Nearby Villages of Turkabad Kharadi
Turkabad Kharadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Limbe Jalgaon | East | 2.26 km |
| Rahimpur | South | 2.52 km |
| Jikthan | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Rajura | West | 3.77 km |
| Shivrai | East | 3.91 km |
| Abdulpur | South | 4.02 km |
| Ramrai | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Tembhapuri | South | 4.41 km |
| Shirodi | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Kasoda | North | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkabad Kharadi
Public transport in the Turkabad Kharadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Daulatabad, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Aurangabad to Turkabad Kharadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkabad Kharadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkabad Kharadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turkabad Kharadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkabad Kharadi 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turkabad Kharadi
Where is Turkabad Kharadi located?
Turkabad Kharadi village is located in Gangapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkabad Kharadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkabad Kharadi is Turkabad.
What is the pincode of Turkabad Kharadi?
The pincode of Turkabad Kharadi is 431133.
What is the population of Turkabad Kharadi?
Turkabad Kharadi has a total population of 6,017, including 3,158 males and 2,859 females.
How many households are there in Turkabad Kharadi?
There are 1,166 households in Turkabad Kharadi.
What is the literacy rate in Turkabad Kharadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkabad Kharadi is 63.22%. Male literacy is 71.79% and female literacy is 53.76%.