Turlakhaman - Kesinga, Kalahandi
Turlakhaman is a village situated in the Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kesinga and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Turlakhaman village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turlakhaman is 422290. The village covers a total geographical area of 485 hectares and falls under the 766012 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Turlakhaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turlakhaman
As per Census 2011, Turlakhaman village has a total population of 1,673 people, consisting of 813 males and 860 females. The village has 484 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 994 literate and 679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turlakhaman are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Turlakhaman
Turlakhaman is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tundala | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Limgaon | West | 1.41 km |
| Rajapada | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Bandhapada | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Khajurpada | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Siletpada | East | 3.23 km |
| Siskela | North | 3.31 km |
| Belgaon | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Jamtara | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Kulihari Gumpha | East | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turlakhaman
Turlakhaman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badmal, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesinga to Turlakhaman is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Turlakhaman is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turlakhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turlakhaman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turlakhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turlakhaman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turlakhaman
Where is Turlakhaman located?
Turlakhaman village is located in Kesinga Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turlakhaman?
Turlakhaman is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turlakhaman?
The pincode of Turlakhaman is 766012.
What is the population of Turlakhaman?
Turlakhaman has a total population of 1,673, including 813 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Turlakhaman?
There are 484 households in Turlakhaman.
What is the literacy rate in Turlakhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turlakhaman is 59.41%. Male literacy is 65.93% and female literacy is 53.26%.