Turkailee - Mankapur, Gonda
Turkailee is a village situated in the Mankapur tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mankapur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Gopalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkailee village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkailee is 175659. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.19 hectares and falls under the 271313 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Turkailee village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkailee
As per Census 2011, Turkailee village has a total population of 639 people, consisting of 329 males and 310 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 418 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkailee are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 639 | 329 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 74 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 251 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 78 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Turkailee
Turkailee 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghurahu Jot | South-West | 0.52 km |
| Dhusawa Tappa Hathani | South | 0.83 km |
| Pure Pandey | South-East | 0.91 km |
| Vishnoharpur | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Jaggnathpur | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Machhmarava | West | 1.48 km |
| Birapur | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Ramaoopur | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Ranijot | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Gopalpur | North | 1.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkailee
Turkailee is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maskanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Turkailee is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkailee
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkailee village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Turkailee
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkailee 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 Turkailee
Where is Turkailee located?
Turkailee village is located in Mankapur Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkailee?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkailee is Gopalpur.
What is the pincode of Turkailee?
The pincode of Turkailee is 271313.
What is the population of Turkailee?
Turkailee has a total population of 639, including 329 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Turkailee?
There are 105 households in Turkailee.
What is the literacy rate in Turkailee?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkailee is 65.41%. Male literacy is 76.29% and female literacy is 53.87%.