Turupanka - Raikia, Kandhamal
Turupanka is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turupanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turupanka is 417627. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Turupanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turupanka
According to the 2011 Census, Turupanka village had a total population of 56 people, including 28 males and 28 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.45%, with male literacy at 28.00% and female literacy at 26.92%.
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 | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 21 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Turupanka
Turupanka 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 Turupanka
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Turupanka.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Turupanka is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Turupanka is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turupanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turupanka 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 Turupanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turupanka 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 Turupanka
Where is Turupanka located?
Turupanka village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turupanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Turupanka is Ranaba.
What is the pincode of Turupanka?
The pincode of Turupanka is 762101.
What is the population of Turupanka?
Turupanka had a total population of 56, including 28 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Turupanka?
Turupanka had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turupanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turupanka was 27.45%. Male literacy was 28.00% and female literacy was 26.92%.