Turisemel - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Turisemel is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 76 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Malijubanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turisemel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turisemel is 423122. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Turisemel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turisemel
According to the 2011 Census, Turisemel village had a total population of 127 people, including 62 males and 65 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.50%, with male literacy at 11.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 56 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Turisemel
Turisemel 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 Turisemel
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Turisemel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Turisemel is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turisemel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turisemel 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 Turisemel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turisemel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turisemel
Where is Turisemel located?
Turisemel village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turisemel?
The Gram Panchayat of Turisemel is Malijubanga.
What is the pincode of Turisemel?
The pincode of Turisemel is 766020.
What is the population of Turisemel?
Turisemel had a total population of 127, including 62 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Turisemel?
Turisemel had 26 households.