Turukpeta
Turukpeta is a village located in Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 100km away from sub-district headquarter Bandhugaon (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Bandhugaon is the gram panchayat of Turukpeta village.
Turukpeta has its own place in the vibrant Koraput 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 Turukpeta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turukpeta is 428777. The village spans a total geographical area of 98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765027. Rayagada is nearest town to Turukpeta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Turukpeta
Below is a concise population overview of Turukpeta 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 | 744 | 364 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 39 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 119 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 221 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 143 | 200 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turukpeta village:
- The total population of Turukpeta village is around 744, including approximately 364 males and 380 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 86 children aged 0–6 years in Turukpeta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Turukpeta village has 69 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 236 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Turukpeta village is about 53.90%, with male literacy at 60.71% and female literacy at 47.37%.
- There are around 198 households in Turukpeta village.
Connectivity of Turukpeta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turukpeta. As per the 2011 stats, Turukpeta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turukpeta
Knowing the nearby villages of Turukpeta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turukpeta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turukpeta
- Where is Turukpeta located?
- Turukpeta village is situated in Bandhugaon Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turukpeta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Turukpeta is Bandhugaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Turukpeta?
- The pincode of Turukpeta is 765027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turukpeta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turukpeta is 744, with 364 males and 380 females.
- How many households are there in Turukpeta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turukpeta village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turukpeta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turukpeta is 53.90%. The male literacy rate is 60.71%, while the female literacy rate is 47.37%.