Turkala Shapur - Gundala, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri
Turkala Shapur is a village situated in the Gundala mandal of Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district, Telangana. It is located approximately 4 km from Gundala and around 60 km from Nalgonda. Thurkalashapur serves as the Grama Panchayat for Turkala Shapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkala Shapur is 576561. The village covers a total geographical area of 697 hectares and falls under the 508277 pincode. Jangaon is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Turkala Shapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turkala Shapur
According to the 2011 Census, Turkala Shapur village had a total population of 1,841 people, including 935 males and 906 females, living in 462 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.52%, with male literacy at 63.96% and female literacy at 46.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 522, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,841 | 935 | 906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 111 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 255 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 527 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 936 | 408 | 528 |
Nearby Villages of Turkala Shapur
Turkala Shapur 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 Turkala Shapur
Turkala Shapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jangaon to Turkala Shapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nalgonda to Turkala Shapur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkala Shapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkala Shapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turkala Shapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkala Shapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Turkala Shapur
Where is Turkala Shapur located?
Turkala Shapur village is located in Gundala Mandal, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Turkala Shapur?
The Grama Panchayat of Turkala Shapur is Thurkalashapur.
What is the pincode of Turkala Shapur?
The pincode of Turkala Shapur is 508277.
What is the population of Turkala Shapur?
Turkala Shapur had a total population of 1,841, including 935 males and 906 females.
How many households are there in Turkala Shapur?
Turkala Shapur had 462 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkala Shapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkala Shapur was 55.52%. Male literacy was 63.96% and female literacy was 46.90%.