Turgawan
Turgawan is a village located in Mau tehsil of Chitrakoot district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Mau (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Chitrakoot. As per 2009 stats, Turgawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Turgawan unique in its vibrant Mau-Chitrakoot region. You’ll see Turgawan’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 Turgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turgawan is 156103. The village spans a total geographical area of 497.38 hectares. Mau is nearest town to Turgawan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Turgawan
Population of Turgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Turgawan has a total population of about 1,297, with approximately 672 males and 625 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 274 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 436 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 124. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.12%, with male literacy at about 57.74% and female literacy near 46.08%. There are around 218 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,297 | 672 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 142 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 226 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 676 | 388 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 284 | 337 |
Connectivity of Turgawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turgawan. As per the 2011 stats, Turgawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turgawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Turgawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turgawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turgawan
- Where is Turgawan located?
- Turgawan village is situated in Mau Tehsil, within the Chitrakoot district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turgawan?
- Turgawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Turgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turgawan is 1,297, with 672 males and 625 females.
- How many households are there in Turgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turgawan village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turgawan is 52.12%. The male literacy rate is 57.74%, while the female literacy rate is 46.08%.