Turkauliya - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Turkauliya is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Turkvaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkauliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkauliya is 177901. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.39 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Turkauliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkauliya
According to the 2011 Census, Turkauliya village had a total population of 703 people, including 369 males and 334 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.99%, with male literacy at 64.19% and female literacy at 35.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 703 | 369 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 190 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 179 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Turkauliya
Turkauliya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakrahi | West | 0.58 km |
| Marwatiya | South-East | 0.88 km |
| Bhilauri Urf Bhilauri | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Dupheliya | North | 1.25 km |
| Maina | North-West | 1.53 km |
| Bairwa | East | 1.66 km |
| Kanwar | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Venipur Urf Puraina | West | 1.89 km |
| Bayari | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Persa | North-West | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkauliya
Turkauliya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mahadev Buzurg, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.1 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 Siddharthnagar to Turkauliya is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Turkauliya is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkauliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkauliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turkauliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkauliya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turkauliya
Where is Turkauliya located?
Turkauliya village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turkauliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkauliya is Turkvaliya.
What is the pincode of Turkauliya?
The pincode of Turkauliya is 272192.
What is the population of Turkauliya?
Turkauliya had a total population of 703, including 369 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Turkauliya?
Turkauliya had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkauliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkauliya was 50.99%. Male literacy was 64.19% and female literacy was 35.80%.