Turubaka - Dummugudem, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Turubaka is a village situated in the Dummugudem mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from Dummugudem and around 130 km from Khammam. Turubaka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turubaka is 578992. The village covers a total geographical area of 842 hectares and falls under the 507137 pincode. Manuguru is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Turubaka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadrachelam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahabubabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turubaka
As per Census 2011, Turubaka village has a total population of 1,155 people, consisting of 571 males and 584 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 673 literate and 482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 788 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turubaka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,155 | 571 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 788 | 389 | 399 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 367 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 204 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Turubaka
Turubaka 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 Turubaka
Turubaka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manuguru to Turubaka is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Turubaka is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turubaka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turubaka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turubaka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turubaka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turubaka
Where is Turubaka located?
Turubaka village is located in Dummugudem Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turubaka?
Turubaka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turubaka?
The pincode of Turubaka is 507137.
What is the population of Turubaka?
Turubaka has a total population of 1,155, including 571 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Turubaka?
There are 328 households in Turubaka.
What is the literacy rate in Turubaka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turubaka is 58.27%. Male literacy is 64.27% and female literacy is 52.40%.