Turturi Khanda
Turturi Khanda is a village located in Kumargram subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 54.2km away from sub-district headquarter Kumargram (tehsildar office) and 131km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Turturikhanda is the gram panchayat of Turturi Khanda village.
Turturi Khanda has its own place in the vibrant Jalpaiguri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Turturi Khanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turturi Khanda is 307157. The village spans a total geographical area of 515 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736206. Alipurduar is nearest town to Turturi Khanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
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Population of Turturi Khanda
Below is a concise population overview of Turturi Khanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,844 | 1,461 | 1,383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 187 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,283 | 657 | 626 |
| Literate Population | 1,495 | 855 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,349 | 606 | 743 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turturi Khanda village:
- The total population of Turturi Khanda village is around 2,844, including approximately 1,461 males and 1,383 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 369 children aged 0–6 years in Turturi Khanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Turturi Khanda village has 109 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,283 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Turturi Khanda village is about 52.57%, with male literacy at 58.52% and female literacy at 46.28%.
- There are around 596 households in Turturi Khanda village.
Connectivity of Turturi Khanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turturi Khanda. As per the 2011 stats, Turturi Khanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turturi Khanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Turturi Khanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turturi Khanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turturi Khanda
- Where is Turturi Khanda located?
- Turturi Khanda village is situated in Kumargram Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turturi Khanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Turturi Khanda is Turturikhanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Turturi Khanda?
- The pincode of Turturi Khanda is 736206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turturi Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turturi Khanda is 2,844, with 1,461 males and 1,383 females.
- How many households are there in Turturi Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turturi Khanda village has a total of 596 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turturi Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turturi Khanda is 52.57%. The male literacy rate is 58.52%, while the female literacy rate is 46.28%.