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.
Turlakhaman 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Turlakhaman as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turlakhaman village:
- The total population of Turlakhaman village is around 1,673, including approximately 813 males and 860 females, with a sex ratio of 1057 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 231 children aged 0–6 years in Turlakhaman village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Turlakhaman village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 159 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Turlakhaman village is about 59.41%, with male literacy at 65.93% and female literacy at 53.26%.
- There are around 484 households in Turlakhaman village.
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%.