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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Turkipur village had a total population of 474 people, including 248 males and 226 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.85%, with male literacy at 79.07% and female literacy at 59.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 233.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 248 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 117 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 474, including 248 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Turkipur?
Turkipur had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkipur was 69.85%. Male literacy was 79.07% and female literacy was 59.59%.