Turukkata

Turukkata is a village located in Dinhata Ii subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.2km away from sub-district headquarter Sahebganj (tehsildar office) and 47.2km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Bamanhat I is the gram panchayat of Turukkata village.

Turukkata has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar 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 Turukkata

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turukkata is 308681. The village spans a total geographical area of 155.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736168. Dinhata is nearest town to Turukkata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Turukkata

Below is a concise population overview of Turukkata as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,588 853 735
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 173 92 81
Scheduled Castes (SC) 852 473 379
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 1,135 642 493
Illiterate Population 453 211 242

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turukkata village:

  • The total population of Turukkata village is around 1,588, including approximately 853 males and 735 females, with a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 173 children aged 0–6 years in Turukkata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Turukkata village has 852 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Turukkata village is about 71.47%, with male literacy at 75.26% and female literacy at 67.07%.
  • There are around 389 households in Turukkata village.

Connectivity of Turukkata

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turukkata. As per the 2011 stats, Turukkata had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Turukkata

Knowing the nearby villages of Turukkata helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turukkata.

Frequently Asked Questions about Turukkata

Where is Turukkata located?
Turukkata village is situated in Dinhata Ii Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turukkata?
The Gram Panchayat of Turukkata is Bamanhat I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Turukkata?
The pincode of Turukkata is 736168, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Turukkata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turukkata is 1,588, with 853 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Turukkata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Turukkata village has a total of 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turukkata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turukkata is 71.47%. The male literacy rate is 75.26%, while the female literacy rate is 67.07%.