Turkvalia - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Turkvalia is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Katghara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkvalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkvalia is 187313. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.45 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode. Belghat is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Turkvalia 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 Turkvalia
As per Census 2011, Turkvalia village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 220 males and 239 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkvalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 220 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 87 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 146 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 74 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Turkvalia
Turkvalia 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 Turkvalia
Turkvalia 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belghat to Turkvalia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Turkvalia is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkvalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkvalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Turkvalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkvalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turkvalia
Where is Turkvalia located?
Turkvalia village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkvalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkvalia is Katghara.
What is the pincode of Turkvalia?
The pincode of Turkvalia is 273212.
What is the population of Turkvalia?
Turkvalia has a total population of 459, including 220 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Turkvalia?
There are 63 households in Turkvalia.
What is the literacy rate in Turkvalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkvalia is 59.69%. Male literacy is 66.36% and female literacy is 53.56%.