Turkauli - Fatehpur, Bara Banki
Turkauli is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Turkauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkauli is 164164. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.48 hectares and falls under the 225304 pincode. Fatehpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Turkauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kursi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkauli
As per Census 2011, Turkauli village has a total population of 1,118 people, consisting of 619 males and 499 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 806 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 442 literate and 676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,118 | 619 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 85 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 278 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 341 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Turkauli
Turkauli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tanwa | South | 1.40 km |
| Shivrajpur | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Sailak Jalalpur | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Deogawan | South | 1.96 km |
| Dhanwalia | North | 2.12 km |
| Basari | West | 2.78 km |
| Mokalpur | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Cheda | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Jigni | South | 3.19 km |
| Kesrai | North-West | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkauli
Turkauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paintepur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Fatehpur to Turkauli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Turkauli is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Turkauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turkauli
Where is Turkauli located?
Turkauli village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkauli?
Turkauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turkauli?
The pincode of Turkauli is 225304.
What is the population of Turkauli?
Turkauli has a total population of 1,118, including 619 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Turkauli?
There are 173 households in Turkauli.
What is the literacy rate in Turkauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkauli is 39.53%. Male literacy is 44.91% and female literacy is 32.87%.