Turekela
Turekela is a village located in Turekela tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Turekela (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Turekela village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Turekela unique in its vibrant Turekela-Balangir region. You’ll see Turekela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Turekela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turekela is 420848. The village spans a total geographical area of 587 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767039. Kantabanji is nearest town to Turekela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Turekela
Population of Turekela
According to the 2011 Census, Turekela has a total population of about 2,184, with approximately 1,110 males and 1,074 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 290 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 305 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 534. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.03%, with male literacy at about 56.85% and female literacy near 38.92%. There are around 584 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turekela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,184 | 1,110 | 1,074 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 149 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 152 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 534 | 271 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 631 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,135 | 479 | 656 |
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 village |
| 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 Turekela Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turekela?
- Turekela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Turekela?
- The pincode of Turekela is 767039, 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 2,184, with 1,110 males and 1,074 females.
- How many households are there in Turekela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turekela village has a total of 584 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turekela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turekela is 48.03%. The male literacy rate is 56.85%, while the female literacy rate is 38.92%.