Turuk
About Turuk
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Turuk village is 261148. Turuk village is located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 22km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Turuk village. As per 2009 stats, Turuk Ramabung is the gram panchayat of Turuk village.
The total geographical area of village is 413.85 hectares. Turuk has a total population of 1,050 peoples, out of which male population is 540 while female population is 510. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 944 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of turuk village is 77.81% out of which 82.22% males and 73.14% females are literate. There are about 226 houses in turuk village. Pincode of turuk village locality is 737128.
When it comes to administration, Turuk village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Turuk village comes under Melli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Namchi is nearest town to turuk village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Turuk
The population details of Turuk cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,050 | 540 | 510 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 142 | 76 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 444 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 96 | 137 |
Connectivity of Turuk
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Turuk
Where is Turuk located?
Turuk village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turuk?
The Gram Panchayat of Turuk is Turuk Ramabung (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Turuk?
The pincode of Turuk is 737128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Turuk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turuk is 1,050, with 540 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Turuk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Turuk village has a total of 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turuk as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turuk is 77.81%. The male literacy rate is 82.22%, while the female literacy rate is 73.14%.