Turka

Turka is a village located in Biswanathpur tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Biswanathpur (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Lanji is the gram panchayat of Turka village.

Turka has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Turka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turka is 423257. The village spans a total geographical area of 454 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766020. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Turka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Turka

Below is a concise population overview of Turka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 52 31 21
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 7 5 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 50 30 20
Literate Population 4 3 1
Illiterate Population 48 28 20

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turka village:

  • The total population of Turka village is around 52, including approximately 31 males and 21 females, with a sex ratio of 677 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 7 children aged 0–6 years in Turka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Turka village has 50 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Turka village is about 7.69%, with male literacy at 9.68% and female literacy at 4.76%.
  • There are around 15 households in Turka village.

Connectivity of Turka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turka. As per the 2011 stats, Turka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Turka

Knowing the nearby villages of Turka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turka.

Jamchuan Machul Jabagaon Kachanar Beheraguda Kankoruan Manaska Maina Guda Alias Amthapadar Turkel Budhipadar Mankadipada

Frequently Asked Questions about Turka

Where is Turka located?
Turka village is situated in Biswanathpur Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turka?
The Gram Panchayat of Turka is Lanji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Turka?
The pincode of Turka is 766020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Turka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turka is 52, with 31 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Turka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Turka village has a total of 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turka is 7.69%. The male literacy rate is 9.68%, while the female literacy rate is 4.76%.