Tur - Lopoke, Amritsar
Tur is a village situated in the Lopoke tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from Ajnala and around 50 km from Amritsar . Tur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tur is 037175. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 143109 pincode. Ajnala is the nearest town.
Tur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amritsar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tur
According to the 2011 Census, Tur village had a total population of 896 people, including 469 males and 427 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.53%, with male literacy at 60.21% and female literacy at 35.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 529.
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 | 896 | 469 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 82 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 529 | 269 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 233 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 236 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Tur
Tur 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 Tur
Tur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Tur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tur
Where is Tur located?
Tur village is located in Lopoke Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tur?
Tur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tur?
The pincode of Tur is 143109.
What is the population of Tur?
Tur had a total population of 896, including 469 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Tur?
Tur had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tur was 48.53%. Male literacy was 60.21% and female literacy was 35.93%.