Turkaulia Urf Karmahia - Bhanpur, Basti
Turkaulia Urf Karmahia is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Turkaulia Urf Karmahia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkaulia Urf Karmahia is 178663. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.21 hectares and falls under the 272194 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Turkaulia Urf Karmahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkaulia Urf Karmahia
As per Census 2011, Turkaulia Urf Karmahia village has a total population of 4,514 people, consisting of 2,270 males and 2,244 females. The village has 781 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 826 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,039 literate and 2,475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 721 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkaulia Urf Karmahia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,514 | 2,270 | 2,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 826 | 440 | 386 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 721 | 372 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 2,039 | 1,206 | 833 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,475 | 1,064 | 1,411 |
Nearby Villages of Turkaulia Urf Karmahia
Turkaulia Urf Karmahia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsa Khurd | East | 0.82 km |
| Pipara | North | 1.39 km |
| Tendua Asnahara | West | 2.03 km |
| Narkatha | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Barokhar | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Manaurhi | North | 2.68 km |
| Dhawai | East | 2.89 km |
| Ghangharia | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Macha Manpur | South | 3.09 km |
| Lorhawa | North-East | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkaulia Urf Karmahia
Turkaulia Urf Karmahia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gaur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Turkaulia Urf Karmahia is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Turkaulia Urf Karmahia is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkaulia Urf Karmahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkaulia Urf Karmahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turkaulia Urf Karmahia
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 Urf Karmahia 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Turkaulia Urf Karmahia
Where is Turkaulia Urf Karmahia located?
Turkaulia Urf Karmahia village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkaulia Urf Karmahia?
Turkaulia Urf Karmahia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turkaulia Urf Karmahia?
The pincode of Turkaulia Urf Karmahia is 272194.
What is the population of Turkaulia Urf Karmahia?
Turkaulia Urf Karmahia has a total population of 4,514, including 2,270 males and 2,244 females.
How many households are there in Turkaulia Urf Karmahia?
There are 781 households in Turkaulia Urf Karmahia.
What is the literacy rate in Turkaulia Urf Karmahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkaulia Urf Karmahia is 45.17%. Male literacy is 53.13% and female literacy is 37.12%.