Turika Pur - Tirwa, Kannauj
Turika Pur is a village situated in the Tirwa tehsil of Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirwa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kannauj. Kunwarpur Kashidin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turika Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turika Pur is 147187. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 209728 pincode. Kannauj is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Turika Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannauj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turika Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Turika Pur village had a total population of 176 people, including 91 males and 85 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.91%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 64.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 76 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 15 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Turika Pur
Turika Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kapoorpur Umed | North-West | 0.81 km |
| Kunwarpur Kashidin | North | 0.82 km |
| Jariya Pur | South | 1.08 km |
| Chikan Pur | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Nagla Chaudhari | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Tarind | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Nagariya Lal Sahai | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Chupunna | West | 1.80 km |
| Reri | South | 1.83 km |
| Udaitapur | East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turika Pur
Turika Pur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ghasara Halt, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kannauj to Turika Pur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kannauj to Turika Pur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turika Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turika Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Turika Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turika Pur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turika Pur
Where is Turika Pur located?
Turika Pur village is located in Tirwa Tehsil, Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turika Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Turika Pur is Kunwarpur Kashidin.
What is the pincode of Turika Pur?
The pincode of Turika Pur is 209728.
What is the population of Turika Pur?
Turika Pur had a total population of 176, including 91 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Turika Pur?
Turika Pur had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turika Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turika Pur was 77.91%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 64.56%.