Turlamal - Patnagarh, Balangir
Turlamal is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Salepali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turlamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turlamal is 420682. The village covers a total geographical area of 419 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Turlamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turlamal
According to the 2011 Census, Turlamal village had a total population of 482 people, including 246 males and 236 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.93%, with male literacy at 85.15% and female literacy at 46.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 264.
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 | 482 | 246 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 134 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 172 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 74 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Turlamal
Turlamal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakamal | East | 1.45 km |
| San Kalangapali | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Khalia | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Nehenabandh | North | 3.05 km |
| Budamunda | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Balipata | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Jambahal | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Chuladarha | East | 3.92 km |
| Salepali | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Jharbandh | North | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turlamal
Turlamal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Turekala Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Turlamal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Turlamal is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turlamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turlamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turlamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turlamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Turlamal
Where is Turlamal located?
Turlamal village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turlamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Turlamal is Salepali.
What is the pincode of Turlamal?
The pincode of Turlamal is 767025.
What is the population of Turlamal?
Turlamal had a total population of 482, including 246 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Turlamal?
Turlamal had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turlamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turlamal was 65.93%. Male literacy was 85.15% and female literacy was 46.80%.