Turkiyakhera - Railmagra, Rajsamand
Turkiyakhera is a village situated in the Railmagra tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Railmagra and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Banediya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkiyakhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkiyakhera is 097173. The village covers a total geographical area of 349 hectares and falls under the 313329 pincode. Rajsamand is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Turkiyakhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nathdwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkiyakhera
As per Census 2011, Turkiyakhera village has a total population of 477 people, consisting of 240 males and 237 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkiyakhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 240 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 162 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 78 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Turkiyakhera
Turkiyakhera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Peepali Dodiyan | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Banediya | South | 2.14 km |
| Karoliya | East | 2.70 km |
| Sathana | West | 2.76 km |
| Gamerpura | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Phoonkiya | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Fatahpura | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Tejpura | North | 3.55 km |
| Jodhpuriya | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Deogaon | North | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkiyakhera
Turkiyakhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bejnal, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| 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 Rajsamand to Turkiyakhera is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkiyakhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkiyakhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turkiyakhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkiyakhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turkiyakhera
Where is Turkiyakhera located?
Turkiyakhera village is located in Railmagra Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkiyakhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkiyakhera is Banediya.
What is the pincode of Turkiyakhera?
The pincode of Turkiyakhera is 313329.
What is the population of Turkiyakhera?
Turkiyakhera has a total population of 477, including 240 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Turkiyakhera?
There are 105 households in Turkiyakhera.
What is the literacy rate in Turkiyakhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkiyakhera is 51.15%. Male literacy is 67.50% and female literacy is 34.60%.