Turakawaliya - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Turakawaliya is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Bhadrani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turakawaliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turakawaliya is 186684. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.69 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode. Khahi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Turakawaliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turakawaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Turakawaliya village had a total population of 808 people, including 402 males and 406 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.58%, with male literacy at 75.77% and female literacy at 54.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149.
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 | 808 | 402 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 76 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 71 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 247 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 155 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Turakawaliya
Turakawaliya 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 Turakawaliya
Turakawaliya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Turakawaliya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khahi to Turakawaliya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Turakawaliya is about 32 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 Turakawaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turakawaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Turakawaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turakawaliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turakawaliya
Where is Turakawaliya located?
Turakawaliya village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turakawaliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Turakawaliya is Bhadrani.
What is the pincode of Turakawaliya?
The pincode of Turakawaliya is 273212.
What is the population of Turakawaliya?
Turakawaliya had a total population of 808, including 402 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Turakawaliya?
Turakawaliya had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turakawaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turakawaliya was 64.58%. Male literacy was 75.77% and female literacy was 54.05%.