Turekela
Turekela is a village located in Bangomunda tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Bangomunda (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Bhalumunda is the gram panchayat of Turekela village.
Turekela has its own place in the vibrant Balangir 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 Turekela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turekela is 421272. The village spans a total geographical area of 292 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767040. Khariar Road is nearest town to Turekela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Turekela
Below is a concise population overview of Turekela 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 | 1,048 | 539 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 87 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 109 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 302 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 237 | 333 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turekela village:
- The total population of Turekela village is around 1,048, including approximately 539 males and 509 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 147 children aged 0–6 years in Turekela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Turekela village has 193 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 36 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Turekela village is about 45.61%, with male literacy at 56.03% and female literacy at 34.58%.
- There are around 285 households in Turekela village.
Connectivity of Turekela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turekela. As per the 2011 stats, Turekela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turekela
Knowing the nearby villages of Turekela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turekela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turekela
- Where is Turekela located?
- Turekela village is situated in Bangomunda Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turekela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Turekela is Bhalumunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Turekela?
- The pincode of Turekela is 767040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turekela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turekela is 1,048, with 539 males and 509 females.
- How many households are there in Turekela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turekela village has a total of 285 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turekela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turekela is 45.61%. The male literacy rate is 56.03%, while the female literacy rate is 34.58%.