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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Turka village had a total population of 1,065 people, including 555 males and 510 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.82%, with male literacy at 80.41% and female literacy at 56.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184.
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 | 1,065 | 555 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 106 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,065, including 555 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Turka?
Turka had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turka was 68.82%. Male literacy was 80.41% and female literacy was 56.11%.