Turkawaliya - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Turkawaliya is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Basdeela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkawaliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkawaliya is 186859. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.45 hectares and falls under the 273213 pincode.
Turkawaliya 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 Turkawaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Turkawaliya village had a total population of 466 people, including 223 males and 243 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.90%, with male literacy at 72.68% and female literacy at 48.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 218.
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 | 466 | 223 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 104 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 141 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 82 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Turkawaliya
Turkawaliya 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 Turkawaliya
Turkawaliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Turkawaliya.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Turkawaliya is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkawaliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkawaliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Turkawaliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkawaliya 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 Turkawaliya
Where is Turkawaliya located?
Turkawaliya village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkawaliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkawaliya is Basdeela.
What is the pincode of Turkawaliya?
The pincode of Turkawaliya is 273213.
What is the population of Turkawaliya?
Turkawaliya had a total population of 466, including 223 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Turkawaliya?
Turkawaliya had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkawaliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkawaliya was 59.90%. Male literacy was 72.68% and female literacy was 48.10%.