Turka Viran - Mau, Chitrakoot
Turka Viran is a village situated in the Mau tehsil of Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mau and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Chitrakoot. Bandhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turka Viran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turka Viran is 155993. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.04 hectares and falls under the 210208 pincode.
Turka Viran 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 Manikpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turka Viran
According to the 2011 Census, Turka Viran village had a total population of 293 people, including 155 males and 138 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.87%, with male literacy at 77.50% and female literacy at 38.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 293 | 155 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 93 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 62 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Turka Viran
Turka Viran 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 Turka Viran
Turka Viran 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chitrakoot to Turka Viran is about 26 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 Turka Viran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turka Viran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turka Viran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turka Viran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Turka Viran
Where is Turka Viran located?
Turka Viran village is located in Mau Tehsil, Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turka Viran?
The Gram Panchayat of Turka Viran is Bandhi.
What is the pincode of Turka Viran?
The pincode of Turka Viran is 210208.
What is the population of Turka Viran?
Turka Viran had a total population of 293, including 155 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Turka Viran?
Turka Viran had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turka Viran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turka Viran was 58.87%. Male literacy was 77.50% and female literacy was 38.74%.