Turakauliya - Naugarh, Siddharthnagar
Turakauliya is a village situated in the Naugarh tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugarh and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Mahthawal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turakauliya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turakauliya is 176410. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.92 hectares and falls under the 272206 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Turakauliya 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 Kapilvastu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turakauliya
According to the 2011 Census, Turakauliya village had a total population of 764 people, including 393 males and 371 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 66.57% and female literacy at 32.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138.
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 | 764 | 393 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 68 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 219 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 174 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Turakauliya
Turakauliya 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 Turakauliya
Turakauliya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Turakauliya is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turakauliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turakauliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turakauliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turakauliya 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 Turakauliya
Where is Turakauliya located?
Turakauliya village is located in Naugarh Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turakauliya?
The Gram Panchayat of Turakauliya is Mahthawal.
What is the pincode of Turakauliya?
The pincode of Turakauliya is 272206.
What is the population of Turakauliya?
Turakauliya had a total population of 764, including 393 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Turakauliya?
Turakauliya had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turakauliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turakauliya was 50.00%. Male literacy was 66.57% and female literacy was 32.13%.