Turchi
Turchi is a village located in Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Tasgaon (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Turchi village is also a gram panchayat.
Turchi has its own place in the vibrant Sangli 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 Turchi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turchi is 568626. The village spans a total geographical area of 1261 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416312. Tasgaon is nearest town to Turchi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Turchi 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 Khanapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Turchi
Population of Turchi
Below is a concise population overview of Turchi 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 | 6,332 | 3,291 | 3,041 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 752 | 402 | 350 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 288 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 4,346 | 2,476 | 1,870 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,986 | 815 | 1,171 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turchi village:
- The total population of Turchi village is around 6,332, including approximately 3,291 males and 3,041 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 752 children aged 0–6 years in Turchi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Turchi village has 564 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 45 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Turchi village is about 68.64%, with male literacy at 75.24% and female literacy at 61.49%.
- There are around 1,335 households in Turchi village.
Connectivity of Turchi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turchi. As per the 2011 stats, Turchi 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 Turchi
Knowing the nearby villages of Turchi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turchi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turchi
- Where is Turchi located?
- Turchi village is situated in Tasgaon Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turchi?
- Turchi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Turchi?
- The pincode of Turchi is 416312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turchi is 6,332, with 3,291 males and 3,041 females.
- How many households are there in Turchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turchi village has a total of 1,335 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turchi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turchi is 68.64%. The male literacy rate is 75.24%, while the female literacy rate is 61.49%.