Turgoli - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Turgoli is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Turgoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turgoli is 049156. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.15 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Turgoli 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turgoli
According to the 2011 Census, Turgoli village had a total population of 237 people, including 112 males and 125 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.30%, with male literacy at 86.73% and female literacy at 67.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 237 | 112 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 85 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 27 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Turgoli
Turgoli 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 Turgoli
Turgoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Didihat to Turgoli is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Turgoli is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turgoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turgoli 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 Turgoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turgoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turgoli
Where is Turgoli located?
Turgoli village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turgoli?
Turgoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turgoli?
The pincode of Turgoli is 262552.
What is the population of Turgoli?
Turgoli had a total population of 237, including 112 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Turgoli?
Turgoli had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turgoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turgoli was 76.30%. Male literacy was 86.73% and female literacy was 67.26%.