Turkaha
Turkaha is a village located in Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Padrauna (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Kushinagar. As per 2009 stats, Turkaha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Turkaha unique in its vibrant Padrauna-Kushinagar region. You’ll see Turkaha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Turkaha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turkaha is 188219. The village spans a total geographical area of 345.24 hectares. Kushinagar is nearest town to Turkaha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Turkaha
Population of Turkaha
According to the 2011 Census, Turkaha has a total population of about 2,102, with approximately 1,050 males and 1,052 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 379 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 243 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 22. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.62%, with male literacy at about 56.38% and female literacy near 36.88%. There are around 286 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turkaha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,102 | 1,050 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 193 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 134 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 980 | 592 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,122 | 458 | 664 |
Connectivity of Turkaha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turkaha. As per the 2011 stats, Turkaha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turkaha
Knowing the nearby villages of Turkaha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turkaha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turkaha
- Where is Turkaha located?
- Turkaha village is situated in Padrauna Tehsil, within the Kushinagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turkaha?
- Turkaha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Turkaha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turkaha is 2,102, with 1,050 males and 1,052 females.
- How many households are there in Turkaha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turkaha village has a total of 286 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turkaha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turkaha is 46.62%. The male literacy rate is 56.38%, while the female literacy rate is 36.88%.