Turkaulia - Ghanghata, Sant Kabir Nagar
Turkaulia is a village situated in the Ghanghata tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghanghata and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Bharwal Parbata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkaulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkaulia is 183545. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.6 hectares and falls under the 272165 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Turkaulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Turkaulia
According to the 2011 Census, Turkaulia village had a total population of 417 people, including 213 males and 204 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.21%, with male literacy at 86.02% and female literacy at 47.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 417 | 213 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 160 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 53 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Turkaulia
Turkaulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garth Aulia | South | 0.66 km |
| Bharwal Parbata | East | 0.93 km |
| Baridiha | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Kharwa | North | 1.32 km |
| Kondra | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Jogipur | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Kushphera | East | 1.77 km |
| Baij Nathpur | South | 1.89 km |
| Khanpurjot | North | 2.06 km |
| Babhnauli | West | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkaulia
Public transport in the Turkaulia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maghar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 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 Sant Kabir Nagar to Turkaulia is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Turkaulia is about 41 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 Turkaulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkaulia 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 Turkaulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkaulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turkaulia
Where is Turkaulia located?
Turkaulia village is located in Ghanghata Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkaulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkaulia is Bharwal Parbata.
What is the pincode of Turkaulia?
The pincode of Turkaulia is 272165.
What is the population of Turkaulia?
Turkaulia had a total population of 417, including 213 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Turkaulia?
Turkaulia had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkaulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkaulia was 67.21%. Male literacy was 86.02% and female literacy was 47.78%.