Turanga - Debagarh, Deogarh
Turanga is a village situated in the Debagarh tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Reamal and around 40 km from Debagarh. Sodo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turanga is 383293. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 768109 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Turanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turanga
As per Census 2011, Turanga village has a total population of 183 people, consisting of 85 males and 98 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,152 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 85 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 85 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 37 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Turanga
Turanga 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 Turanga
Turanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debagarh to Turanga is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Turanga is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Turanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turanga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turanga
Where is Turanga located?
Turanga village is located in Debagarh Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Turanga is Sodo.
What is the pincode of Turanga?
The pincode of Turanga is 768109.
What is the population of Turanga?
Turanga has a total population of 183, including 85 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Turanga?
There are 35 households in Turanga.
What is the literacy rate in Turanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turanga is 45.90%. Male literacy is 56.47% and female literacy is 36.73%.