Turkariya - Aklera, Jhalawar
Turkariya is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Turkariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkariya is 104438. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.75 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Turkariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkariya
According to the 2011 Census, Turkariya village had a total population of 800 people, including 428 males and 372 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.26%, with male literacy at 80.82% and female literacy at 36.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 224, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 515.
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 | 800 | 428 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 123 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 515 | 274 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 295 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 133 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Turkariya
Turkariya 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 Turkariya
Turkariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aklera to Turkariya is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Turkariya is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkariya 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 Turkariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkariya 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 Turkariya
Where is Turkariya located?
Turkariya village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkariya?
Turkariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turkariya?
The pincode of Turkariya is 326033.
What is the population of Turkariya?
Turkariya had a total population of 800, including 428 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Turkariya?
Turkariya had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkariya was 60.26%. Male literacy was 80.82% and female literacy was 36.59%.