Turukpeta - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Turukpeta is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 100 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Bandhugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turukpeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turukpeta is 428777. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Turukpeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turukpeta
As per Census 2011, Turukpeta village has a total population of 744 people, consisting of 364 males and 380 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 236 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turukpeta are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Turukpeta
Turukpeta 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 Turukpeta
Public transport in the Turukpeta is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rayagada to Turukpeta is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Turukpeta is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turukpeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turukpeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Turukpeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turukpeta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Turukpeta
Where is Turukpeta located?
Turukpeta village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turukpeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Turukpeta is Bandhugaon.
What is the pincode of Turukpeta?
The pincode of Turukpeta is 764027.
What is the population of Turukpeta?
Turukpeta has a total population of 744, including 364 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Turukpeta?
There are 198 households in Turukpeta.
What is the literacy rate in Turukpeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turukpeta is 53.90%. Male literacy is 60.71% and female literacy is 47.37%.