Turka Gori - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Turka Gori is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Turka Gauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turka Gori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turka Gori is 055973. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.78 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Turka Gori 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 Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turka Gori
According to the 2011 Census, Turka Gori village had a total population of 1,503 people, including 798 males and 705 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.04%, with male literacy at 88.25% and female literacy at 66.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 284.
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 | 1,503 | 798 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 134 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 140 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 977 | 586 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 212 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Turka Gori
Turka Gori 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 Turka Gori
Turka Gori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Turka Gori.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichha to Turka Gori is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Turka Gori is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turka Gori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turka Gori 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turka Gori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turka Gori 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Turka Gori
Where is Turka Gori located?
Turka Gori village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Turka Gori?
The Gram Panchayat of Turka Gori is Turka Gauri.
What is the pincode of Turka Gori?
The pincode of Turka Gori is 263148.
What is the population of Turka Gori?
Turka Gori had a total population of 1,503, including 798 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Turka Gori?
Turka Gori had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turka Gori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turka Gori was 78.04%. Male literacy was 88.25% and female literacy was 66.50%.