Turekela - Bangomunda, Balangir
Turekela is a village situated in the Bangomunda tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangomunda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Tureikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turekela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turekela is 421272. The village covers a total geographical area of 292 hectares and falls under the 767040 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Turekela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantabanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turekela
According to the 2011 Census, Turekela village had a total population of 1,048 people, including 539 males and 509 females, living in 285 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.05%, with male literacy at 66.81% and female literacy at 39.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 193, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Turekela
Turekela is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Turekela
Public transport in the Turekela is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Turekela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Turekela is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Turekela is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turekela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turekela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turekela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turekela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turekela
Where is Turekela located?
Turekela village is located in Bangomunda Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turekela?
The Gram Panchayat of Turekela is Tureikela.
What is the pincode of Turekela?
The pincode of Turekela is 767040.
What is the population of Turekela?
Turekela had a total population of 1,048, including 539 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Turekela?
Turekela had 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turekela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turekela was 53.05%. Male literacy was 66.81% and female literacy was 39.20%.