Turunga
Turunga is a village located in Bargarh Sadar tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bargarh Sadar (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Deogaon is the gram panchayat of Turunga village.
Here you can discover what makes Turunga unique in its vibrant Bargarh Sadar-Bargarh region. You’ll see Turunga’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 Turunga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turunga is 380619. The village spans a total geographical area of 372 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768028. Bargarh is nearest town to Turunga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Turunga
Population of Turunga
According to the 2011 Census, Turunga has a total population of about 1,208, with approximately 596 males and 612 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 109 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 164 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 313. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.69%, with male literacy at about 76.68% and female literacy near 66.83%. There are around 321 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turunga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,208 | 596 | 612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 166 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 866 | 457 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 139 | 203 |
Connectivity of Turunga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turunga. As per the 2011 stats, Turunga 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 Turunga
Knowing the nearby villages of Turunga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turunga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turunga
- Where is Turunga located?
- Turunga village is situated in Bargarh Sadar Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turunga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Turunga is Deogaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Turunga?
- The pincode of Turunga is 768028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turunga is 1,208, with 596 males and 612 females.
- How many households are there in Turunga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turunga village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turunga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turunga is 71.69%. The male literacy rate is 76.68%, while the female literacy rate is 66.83%.