Turka - Talbehat, Lalitpur
Turka is a village situated in the Talbehat tehsil of Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talbehat and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Lalitpur. Turka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turka is 153015. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.81 hectares and falls under the 284123 pincode.
Turka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lalitpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turka
As per Census 2011, Turka village has a total population of 1,065 people, consisting of 555 males and 510 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 638 literate and 427 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,065 | 555 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 106 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 390 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 165 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Turka
Turka 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 Turka
Turka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Lalitpur to Turka is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turka 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turka
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turka
Where is Turka located?
Turka village is located in Talbehat Tehsil, Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turka?
Turka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turka?
The pincode of Turka is 284123.
What is the population of Turka?
Turka has a total population of 1,065, including 555 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Turka?
There are 202 households in Turka.
What is the literacy rate in Turka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turka is 59.91%. Male literacy is 70.27% and female literacy is 48.63%.