Turukwadi
Turukwadi is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Turukwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Turukwadi has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Turukwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turukwadi is 567010. The village spans a total geographical area of 650.82 hectares. Malkapur is nearest town to Turukwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Turukwadi
Population of Turukwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Turukwadi 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 | 2,215 | 1,100 | 1,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 120 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 424 | 200 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,360 | 772 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 855 | 328 | 527 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turukwadi village:
- The total population of Turukwadi village is around 2,215, including approximately 1,100 males and 1,115 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 226 children aged 0–6 years in Turukwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Turukwadi village has 424 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Turukwadi village is about 61.40%, with male literacy at 70.18% and female literacy at 52.74%.
- There are around 518 households in Turukwadi village.
Connectivity of Turukwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turukwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Turukwadi 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turukwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Turukwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turukwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turukwadi
- Where is Turukwadi located?
- Turukwadi village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turukwadi?
- Turukwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Turukwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turukwadi is 2,215, with 1,100 males and 1,115 females.
- How many households are there in Turukwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turukwadi village has a total of 518 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turukwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turukwadi is 61.40%. The male literacy rate is 70.18%, while the female literacy rate is 52.74%.