Turcha
Turcha is a village located in Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Gaisilet (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Kathaumal is the gram panchayat of Turcha village.
Here you can discover what makes Turcha unique in its vibrant Gaisilet-Bargarh region. You’ll see Turcha’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 Turcha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turcha is 380125. The village spans a total geographical area of 274 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768032. Padmapur is nearest town to Turcha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Turcha
Population of Turcha
According to the 2011 Census, Turcha has a total population of about 1,199, with approximately 600 males and 599 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 132 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 90 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.80%, with male literacy at about 67.67% and female literacy near 45.91%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turcha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,199 | 600 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 62 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 681 | 406 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 194 | 324 |
Connectivity of Turcha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turcha. As per the 2011 stats, Turcha 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 Turcha
Knowing the nearby villages of Turcha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turcha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turcha
- Where is Turcha located?
- Turcha village is situated in Gaisilet Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turcha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Turcha is Kathaumal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Turcha?
- The pincode of Turcha is 768032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turcha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turcha is 1,199, with 600 males and 599 females.
- How many households are there in Turcha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turcha village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turcha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turcha is 56.80%. The male literacy rate is 67.67%, while the female literacy rate is 45.91%.