Turka Lahchura - Tahrauli, Jhansi
Turka Lahchura is a village situated in the Tahrauli tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tahrauli and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Turka Lahchura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turka Lahchura is 152545. The village covers a total geographical area of 992.43 hectares and falls under the 284206 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Turka Lahchura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mauranipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turka Lahchura
According to the 2011 Census, Turka Lahchura village had a total population of 1,347 people, including 728 males and 619 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.75%, with male literacy at 73.34% and female literacy at 43.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 212.
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 | 1,347 | 728 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 124 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 123 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 659 | 443 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 285 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Turka Lahchura
Turka Lahchura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garha | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Bikram Pura Sani | South | 2.32 km |
| Kutaura | South | 3.06 km |
| Rana Pura | North | 3.20 km |
| Bitthaura | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Joniya | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Pasaura | East | 3.74 km |
| Birsingh Pura | West | 4.20 km |
| Chhiraura Buzurg | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Mau Kachhiyau | South | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turka Lahchura
Turka Lahchura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rora, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhansi to Turka Lahchura is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Turka Lahchura is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turka Lahchura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turka Lahchura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Turka Lahchura
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 Lahchura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turka Lahchura
Where is Turka Lahchura located?
Turka Lahchura village is located in Tahrauli Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turka Lahchura?
Turka Lahchura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turka Lahchura?
The pincode of Turka Lahchura is 284206.
What is the population of Turka Lahchura?
Turka Lahchura had a total population of 1,347, including 728 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Turka Lahchura?
Turka Lahchura had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turka Lahchura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turka Lahchura was 59.75%. Male literacy was 73.34% and female literacy was 43.29%.