Turkaulia - Tulsipur, Balrampur
Turkaulia is a village situated in the Tulsipur tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tulsipur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Turkaulia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkaulia is 173734. The village covers a total geographical area of 505.74 hectares and falls under the 271205 pincode. Pachpedawa is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Turkaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gainsari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkaulia
According to the 2011 Census, Turkaulia village had a total population of 1,932 people, including 1,014 males and 918 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.02%, with male literacy at 67.16% and female literacy at 43.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
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 | 1,932 | 1,014 | 918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 201 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 82 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 865 | 546 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,067 | 468 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Turkaulia
Turkaulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Achkawapur | West | 1.20 km |
| Harnahwa Parsiya | East | 1.40 km |
| Malda | South | 2.17 km |
| Narayanpur Thumhwaa | North | 2.17 km |
| Chapia | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Sakri Kuiyaan | South | 2.36 km |
| Gobri | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Narayanpur Jurwaniya | West | 2.58 km |
| Badagau | North | 2.62 km |
| Motinager | North-West | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkaulia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Turkaulia. The nearest railway station is Trilokpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.9 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachpedawa to Turkaulia is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Turkaulia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkaulia 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Turkaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkaulia 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 Turkaulia
Where is Turkaulia located?
Turkaulia village is located in Tulsipur Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkaulia?
Turkaulia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turkaulia?
The pincode of Turkaulia is 271205.
What is the population of Turkaulia?
Turkaulia had a total population of 1,932, including 1,014 males and 918 females.
How many households are there in Turkaulia?
Turkaulia had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkaulia was 56.02%. Male literacy was 67.16% and female literacy was 43.64%.