Turkani - Sirauli Gauspur, Bara Banki
Turkani is a village situated in the Sirauli Gauspur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirauli Gauspur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Turkaani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkani is 164939. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.9 hectares and falls under the 225412 pincode.
Turkani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dariyabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faizabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkani
As per Census 2011, Turkani village has a total population of 2,441 people, consisting of 1,296 males and 1,145 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 426 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,216 literate and 1,225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 914 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkani are given below:
| Category | 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 |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 751 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,225 | 545 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Turkani
Turkani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khedrapur | South | 1.03 km |
| Sadenwa | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Aulia Lalpur | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Bir0li | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Kithuri | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Safdarganj | West | 2.27 km |
| Parsa-i | North | 2.44 km |
| Godari | South | 2.83 km |
| Jalal Pur | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Palhari | South | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Turkani. The nearest railway station is Safdarganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Barabanki to Turkani is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Turkani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Turkani
Where is Turkani located?
Turkani village is located in Sirauli Gauspur Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkani?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkani is Turkaani.
What is the pincode of Turkani?
The pincode of Turkani is 225412.
What is the population of Turkani?
Turkani has a total population of 2,441, including 1,296 males and 1,145 females.
How many households are there in Turkani?
There are 468 households in Turkani.
What is the literacy rate in Turkani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkani is 49.82%. Male literacy is 57.95% and female literacy is 40.61%.