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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Turgoli village has a total population of 237 people, consisting of 112 males and 125 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turgoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 237 | 112 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| 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 has a total population of 237, including 112 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Turgoli?
There are 51 households in Turgoli.
What is the literacy rate in Turgoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turgoli is 67.93%. Male literacy is 75.89% and female literacy is 60.80%.