Turtipar - Belthara Road, Ballia
Turtipar is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Turtipar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turtipar is 197699. The village covers a total geographical area of 474.07 hectares and falls under the 221715 pincode.
Turtipar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turtipar
According to the 2011 Census, Turtipar village had a total population of 5,123 people, including 2,570 males and 2,553 females, living in 782 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.79%, with male literacy at 78.36% and female literacy at 57.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 827, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 5,123 | 2,570 | 2,553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 857 | 458 | 399 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 827 | 439 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 2,892 | 1,655 | 1,237 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,231 | 915 | 1,316 |
Nearby Villages of Turtipar
Turtipar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandan Patti Nirbhaipur | South | 1.01 km |
| Shahunpur | South | 1.53 km |
| Mubarakpur | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Khaira Bas | North | 1.91 km |
| Ubhanv | South | 2.07 km |
| Banspar Bahorwa | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Balia Dksin | East | 2.34 km |
| Koria Baijnath | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Balia Uttar | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Indauli Zamin Indalli | West | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turtipar
Turtipar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Turtipar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Turtipar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turtipar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turtipar 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 Turtipar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turtipar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turtipar
Where is Turtipar located?
Turtipar village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turtipar?
Turtipar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turtipar?
The pincode of Turtipar is 221715.
What is the population of Turtipar?
Turtipar had a total population of 5,123, including 2,570 males and 2,553 females.
How many households are there in Turtipar?
Turtipar had 782 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turtipar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turtipar was 67.79%. Male literacy was 78.36% and female literacy was 57.43%.