Turlakhaman

Turlakhaman is a village located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Turlakhaman village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Turlakhaman unique in its vibrant Kesinga-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Turlakhaman’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 Turlakhaman

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turlakhaman is 422290. The village spans a total geographical area of 485 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766012. Kesinga is nearest town to Turlakhaman village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Turlakhaman village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Turlakhaman

According to the 2011 Census, Turlakhaman has a total population of about 1,673, with approximately 813 males and 860 females. The sex ratio is around 1057 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 231 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 159. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.41%, with male literacy at about 65.93% and female literacy near 53.26%. There are around 484 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turlakhaman's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,673 813 860
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 231 114 117
Scheduled Castes (SC) 9 3 6
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 159 78 81
Literate Population 994 536 458
Illiterate Population 679 277 402

Connectivity of Turlakhaman

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turlakhaman. As per the 2011 stats, Turlakhaman 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 Turlakhaman

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Turlakhaman

Where is Turlakhaman located?
Turlakhaman village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turlakhaman?
Turlakhaman serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Turlakhaman?
The pincode of Turlakhaman is 766012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Turlakhaman as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turlakhaman is 1,673, with 813 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Turlakhaman as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Turlakhaman village has a total of 484 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turlakhaman as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turlakhaman is 59.41%. The male literacy rate is 65.93%, while the female literacy rate is 53.26%.