Turkipur - Harraiya, Basti
Turkipur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Turkipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkipur is 179664. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.02 hectares and falls under the 272128 pincode.
Turkipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkipur
As per Census 2011, Turkipur village has a total population of 474 people, consisting of 248 males and 226 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 248 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 117 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 170 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 78 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Turkipur
Turkipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Turkipur
Turkipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Turkipur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkipur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turkipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkipur 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 Turkipur
Where is Turkipur located?
Turkipur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkipur?
Turkipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turkipur?
The pincode of Turkipur is 272128.
What is the population of Turkipur?
Turkipur has a total population of 474, including 248 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Turkipur?
There are 82 households in Turkipur.
What is the literacy rate in Turkipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkipur is 60.13%. Male literacy is 68.55% and female literacy is 50.88%.