Turturi - Alipurduar - II, Alipurduar
Turturi is a village situated in the Alipurduar - II subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15 km from Josodanga and around 121 km from Jalpaiguri . Turturi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turturi is 307317. The village covers a total geographical area of 517.08 hectares and falls under the 736206 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Turturi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alipurduars Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Turturi
According to the 2011 Census, Turturi village had a total population of 2,057 people, including 1,065 males and 992 females, living in 474 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.33%, with male literacy at 72.93% and female literacy at 59.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 773, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,041.
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 | 2,057 | 1,065 | 992 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 145 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 773 | 405 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,041 | 535 | 506 |
| Literate Population | 1,184 | 671 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 394 | 479 |
Nearby Villages of Turturi
Turturi 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 Turturi
Public transport in the Turturi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Turturi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Turturi is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turturi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turturi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Turturi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turturi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Turturi
Where is Turturi located?
Turturi village is located in Alipurduar - II Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turturi?
Turturi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turturi?
The pincode of Turturi is 736206.
What is the population of Turturi?
Turturi had a total population of 2,057, including 1,065 males and 992 females.
How many households are there in Turturi?
Turturi had 474 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turturi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turturi was 66.33%. Male literacy was 72.93% and female literacy was 59.31%.