Turkakashba
Turkakashba is a village located in Dantan Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Turkakashba village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Turka is the gram panchayat of Turkakashba village.
Here you can discover what makes Turkakashba unique in its vibrant Dantan Ii-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Turkakashba’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Turkakashba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turkakashba is 343908. The village spans a total geographical area of 650.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721445. Kharagpur is nearest town to Turkakashba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 59km away.
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Population of Turkakashba
According to the 2011 Census, Turkakashba has a total population of about 5,608, with approximately 2,865 males and 2,743 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 753 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 669 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 358. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.71%, with male literacy at about 73.05% and female literacy near 60.08%. There are around 1,103 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turkakashba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,608 | 2,865 | 2,743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 753 | 396 | 357 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 669 | 364 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 358 | 174 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 3,741 | 2,093 | 1,648 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,867 | 772 | 1,095 |
Connectivity of Turkakashba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turkakashba. As per the 2011 stats, Turkakashba 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 Turkakashba
Knowing the nearby villages of Turkakashba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turkakashba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turkakashba
- Where is Turkakashba located?
- Turkakashba village is situated in Dantan Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turkakashba?
- The Gram Panchayat of Turkakashba is Turka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Turkakashba?
- The pincode of Turkakashba is 721445, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turkakashba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turkakashba is 5,608, with 2,865 males and 2,743 females.
- How many households are there in Turkakashba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turkakashba village has a total of 1,103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turkakashba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turkakashba is 66.71%. The male literacy rate is 73.05%, while the female literacy rate is 60.08%.