Turkwalia - Kasya, Kushinagar
Turkwalia is a village situated in the Kasya tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasya and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Mahui Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkwalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkwalia is 189125. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.41 hectares and falls under the 274402 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Turkwalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkwalia
As per Census 2011, Turkwalia village has a total population of 953 people, consisting of 501 males and 452 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turkwalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 953 | 501 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 72 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 342 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 159 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Turkwalia
Turkwalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sohsa Patti Gausi | North | 0.89 km |
| Mahui Buzurg | South | 0.94 km |
| Sohsa Mathiya | West | 1.43 km |
| Changauna Jamubi | East | 1.57 km |
| Narkatia | South | 1.71 km |
| Parewatar | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Parsauni | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Mahui Khurd | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Parsauna Urf Bir Chhapra | South | 2.30 km |
| Parwarpar | North-West | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkwalia
Turkwalia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ramkola, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.0 km.
| 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 Kushinagar to Turkwalia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Turkwalia is about 23 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 Turkwalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkwalia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turkwalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkwalia 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 Turkwalia
Where is Turkwalia located?
Turkwalia village is located in Kasya Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkwalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkwalia is Mahui Khurd.
What is the pincode of Turkwalia?
The pincode of Turkwalia is 274402.
What is the population of Turkwalia?
Turkwalia has a total population of 953, including 501 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Turkwalia?
There are 132 households in Turkwalia.
What is the literacy rate in Turkwalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkwalia is 56.45%. Male literacy is 68.26% and female literacy is 43.36%.