Thuruk

Thuruk is a village located in Saipung subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Saipung (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Thuruk has its own place in the vibrant Jaintia Hills 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 Thuruk

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thuruk is 279551. Saipung is nearest town to Thuruk village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Thuruk

Below is a concise population overview of Thuruk as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 719 385 334
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 138 76 62
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 713 383 330
Literate Population 364 209 155
Illiterate Population 355 176 179

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thuruk village:

  • The total population of Thuruk village is around 719, including approximately 385 males and 334 females, with a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Thuruk village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Thuruk village has 713 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Thuruk village is about 50.63%, with male literacy at 54.29% and female literacy at 46.41%.
  • There are around 115 households in Thuruk village.

Connectivity of Thuruk

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thuruk. As per the 2011 stats, Thuruk had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Thuruk

Knowing the nearby villages of Thuruk helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thuruk.

Saipung Lura Lungmaicham Situng Saphak Fiangpui Lelad Lumpdeng Tongseng Nongkhlieh Tangnub P Zoar

Frequently Asked Questions about Thuruk

Where is Thuruk located?
Thuruk village is situated in Saipung Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Thuruk?
The pincode of Thuruk is 793200, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thuruk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thuruk is 719, with 385 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Thuruk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thuruk village has a total of 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thuruk as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thuruk is 50.63%. The male literacy rate is 54.29%, while the female literacy rate is 46.41%.