Turkani
Turkani is a village located in Sirauli Gauspur tehsil of Bara Banki district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sirauli Gauspur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Barabanki. As per 2009 stats, Turkaani is the gram panchayat of Turkani village.
Here you can discover what makes Turkani unique in its vibrant Sirauli Gauspur-Bara Banki region. You’ll see Turkani’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Turkani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turkani is 164939. The village spans a total geographical area of 322.9 hectares. Sirauli Gauspur is nearest town to Turkani village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Turkani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dariyabad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faizabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Turkani
Population of Turkani
According to the 2011 Census, Turkani has a total population of about 2,441, with approximately 1,296 males and 1,145 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 426 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 914 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.82%, with male literacy at about 57.95% and female literacy near 40.61%. There are around 468 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turkani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,441 | 1,296 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 236 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 914 | 484 | 430 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 751 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,225 | 545 | 680 |
Connectivity of Turkani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turkani. As per the 2011 stats, Turkani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turkani
Knowing the nearby villages of Turkani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turkani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turkani
- Where is Turkani located?
- Turkani village is situated in Sirauli Gauspur Tehsil, within the Bara Banki district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turkani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Turkani is Turkaani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Turkani?
- The pincode of Turkani is 22, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turkani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turkani is 2,441, with 1,296 males and 1,145 females.
- How many households are there in Turkani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turkani village has a total of 468 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turkani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turkani is 49.82%. The male literacy rate is 57.95%, while the female literacy rate is 40.61%.