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
As per Census 2011, Turlamal village has a total population of 482 people, consisting of 246 males and 236 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 264 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turlamal are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 482, including 246 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Turlamal?
There are 111 households in Turlamal.
What is the literacy rate in Turlamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turlamal is 55.39%. Male literacy is 69.92% and female literacy is 40.25%.