Turanipada - Khaira, Balasore
Turanipada is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Khaira and around 56 km from Baleshwar. Nayakhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turanipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turanipada is 393533. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 756126 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Turanipada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turanipada
According to the 2011 Census, Turanipada village had a total population of 516 people, including 259 males and 257 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.52%, with male literacy at 94.37% and female literacy at 78.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 516 | 259 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 218 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 41 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Turanipada
Turanipada 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 Turanipada
Turanipada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Soro to Turanipada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Turanipada is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turanipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turanipada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turanipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turanipada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Turanipada
Where is Turanipada located?
Turanipada village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turanipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Turanipada is Nayakhandi.
What is the pincode of Turanipada?
The pincode of Turanipada is 756126.
What is the population of Turanipada?
Turanipada had a total population of 516, including 259 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Turanipada?
Turanipada had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turanipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turanipada was 86.52%. Male literacy was 94.37% and female literacy was 78.60%.