Thuria(Turia) - Pottangi, Koraput
Thuria(Turia) is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Kotiya and around 53 km from Koraput. Kotiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thuria(Turia) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thuria(Turia) is 430135. The village covers a total geographical area of 460 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Thuria(Turia) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thuria(Turia)
As per Census 2011, Thuria(Turia) village has a total population of 1,611 people, consisting of 794 males and 817 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 406 literate and 1,205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,360 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thuria(Turia) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,611 | 794 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 129 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,360 | 665 | 695 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 292 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,205 | 502 | 703 |
Nearby Villages of Thuria(Turia)
Thuria(Turia) 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 Thuria(Turia)
Thuria(Turia) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Jeypur to Thuria(Turia) is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Thuria(Turia) is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thuria(Turia)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thuria(Turia) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thuria(Turia)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thuria(Turia) 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 Thuria(Turia)
Where is Thuria(Turia) located?
Thuria(Turia) village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thuria(Turia)?
The Gram Panchayat of Thuria(Turia) is Kotiya.
What is the pincode of Thuria(Turia)?
The pincode of Thuria(Turia) is 764039.
What is the population of Thuria(Turia)?
Thuria(Turia) has a total population of 1,611, including 794 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Thuria(Turia)?
There are 411 households in Thuria(Turia).
What is the literacy rate in Thuria(Turia)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thuria(Turia) is 25.20%. Male literacy is 36.78% and female literacy is 13.95%.