Turang
Turang is a village located in Manbazar I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 22.3km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 36.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Kamtajangidiri is the gram panchayat of Turang village.
Here you can discover what makes Turang unique in its vibrant Manbazar I-Puruliya region. You’ll see Turang’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 Turang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turang is 332038. The village spans a total geographical area of 409.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723128. Puruliya is nearest town to Turang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Turang
Population of Turang
According to the 2011 Census, Turang has a total population of about 1,637, with approximately 731 males and 906 females. The sex ratio is around 1239 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 221 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 125 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 42. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.19%, with male literacy at about 58.14% and female literacy near 31.13%. There are around 343 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turang's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,637 | 731 | 906 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 103 | 118 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 58 | 67 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 10 | 32 |
Literate Population | 707 | 425 | 282 |
Illiterate Population | 930 | 306 | 624 |
Connectivity of Turang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turang. As per the 2011 stats, Turang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turang
Knowing the nearby villages of Turang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turang
- Where is Turang located?
- Turang village is situated in Manbazar I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turang?
- The Gram Panchayat of Turang is Kamtajangidiri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Turang?
- The pincode of Turang is 723128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turang is 1,637, with 731 males and 906 females.
- How many households are there in Turang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turang village has a total of 343 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turang is 43.19%. The male literacy rate is 58.14%, while the female literacy rate is 31.13%.