Turkia - Kiraoli, Agra
Turkia is a village situated in the Kiraoli tehsil of Agra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kiraoli and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Agra. Jharoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkia is 124826. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.05 hectares and falls under the 283101 pincode. Achhnera is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Turkia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur sikari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Sikri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkia
As per Census 2011, Turkia village has a total population of 888 people, consisting of 474 males and 414 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 579 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 888 | 474 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 373 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 101 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Turkia
Turkia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jharothi | South | 0.98 km |
| Chak Baltikari | West | 1.69 km |
| Gobra | North | 1.85 km |
| Mangarol Jat | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Biyara | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Surothi | South | 2.49 km |
| Mandoli | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Tirpuri | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Chak Daulatpur | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Bhandiri | North | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkia
Turkia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chiksana, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achhnera to Turkia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agra to Turkia is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turkia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turkia
Where is Turkia located?
Turkia village is located in Kiraoli Tehsil, Agra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkia?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkia is Jharoti.
What is the pincode of Turkia?
The pincode of Turkia is 283101.
What is the population of Turkia?
Turkia has a total population of 888, including 474 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Turkia?
There are 133 households in Turkia.
What is the literacy rate in Turkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkia is 65.20%. Male literacy is 78.69% and female literacy is 49.76%.