Turkha - Bighapur, Unnao
Turkha is a village situated in the Bighapur tehsil of Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bighapur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Unnao. Ragunath Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turkha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turkha is 142820. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.4 hectares and falls under the 209867 pincode. Unnao is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Turkha 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 Bhagwantnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Unnao Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turkha
According to the 2011 Census, Turkha village had a total population of 490 people, including 249 males and 241 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.38%, with male literacy at 90.09% and female literacy at 66.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 192.
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 | 490 | 249 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 99 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 191 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 58 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Turkha
Turkha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunath Pur | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Pakra Buzurg | South | 1.40 km |
| Bewalmansa Khera | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Tiprarpur | North | 2.43 km |
| Pakrakhurd | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Lakhmademau | West | 2.54 km |
| Batau Mau | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Muraita | West | 3.05 km |
| Mamrej Pur | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Panhan | South | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turkha
Public transport in the Turkha is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Indemau, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.2 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 Unnao to Turkha is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turkha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Turkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turkha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turkha
Where is Turkha located?
Turkha village is located in Bighapur Tehsil, Unnao district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Turkha is Ragunath Pur.
What is the pincode of Turkha?
The pincode of Turkha is 209867.
What is the population of Turkha?
Turkha had a total population of 490, including 249 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Turkha?
Turkha had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turkha was 78.38%. Male literacy was 90.09% and female literacy was 66.51%.