Turuku - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Turuku is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kumbhaganda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turuku village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turuku is 428756. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Turuku 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 Turuku
According to the 2011 Census, Turuku village had a total population of 140 people, including 66 males and 74 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 140 | 66 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 66 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 66 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Turuku
Turuku 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 Turuku
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Turuku.
| 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 Rayagada to Turuku is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Turuku is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turuku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turuku 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 Turuku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turuku 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 Turuku
Where is Turuku located?
Turuku village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turuku?
The Gram Panchayat of Turuku is Kumbhaganda.
What is the pincode of Turuku?
The pincode of Turuku is 764027.
What is the population of Turuku?
Turuku had a total population of 140, including 66 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Turuku?
Turuku had 31 households.