Dewara Turkchara - Sagri, Azamgarh
Dewara Turkchara is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Dewara Turkchara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dewara Turkchara is 192529. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.22 hectares and falls under the 276122 pincode. Maharajganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dewara Turkchara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dewara Turkchara
According to the 2011 Census, Dewara Turkchara village had a total population of 1,568 people, including 793 males and 775 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.15%, with male literacy at 63.30% and female literacy at 42.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,568 | 793 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 414 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 379 | 497 |
Nearby Villages of Dewara Turkchara
Dewara Turkchara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dewara Harakhpura | West | 1.22 km |
| Turk Charakhas | South | 1.54 km |
| Shivpur | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Arazi Dewara | North | 1.73 km |
| Dewara Tripurar Pur Khalsa | West | 1.78 km |
| Chapri Khurd | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Dewara Tripurarpur Aima | West | 2.18 km |
| Chaukana Parsottam | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Chakjulekha | South | 2.53 km |
| Naubarar Turkchara | North | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dewara Turkchara
Dewara Turkchara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Azamgarh, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Maharajganj to Dewara Turkchara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Dewara Turkchara is about 38 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 Dewara Turkchara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dewara Turkchara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dewara Turkchara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dewara Turkchara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dewara Turkchara
Where is Dewara Turkchara located?
Dewara Turkchara village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dewara Turkchara?
Dewara Turkchara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dewara Turkchara?
The pincode of Dewara Turkchara is 276122.
What is the population of Dewara Turkchara?
Dewara Turkchara had a total population of 1,568, including 793 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Dewara Turkchara?
Dewara Turkchara had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dewara Turkchara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dewara Turkchara was 53.15%. Male literacy was 63.30% and female literacy was 42.90%.