Turan
Turan is a village located in Amloh tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Amloh (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Fatehgarh Sahib. As per 2009 stats, Turan village is also a gram panchayat.
Turan has its own place in the vibrant Fatehgarh Sahib 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 Turan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turan is 032882. The village spans a total geographical area of 253 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 147301. Gobindgarh is nearest town to Turan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Turan
Population of Turan
Below is a concise population overview of Turan 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 | 2,403 | 1,440 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 151 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,541 | 802 | 739 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 887 | 555 |
| Illiterate Population | 961 | 553 | 408 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Turan village:
- The total population of Turan village is around 2,403, including approximately 1,440 males and 963 females, with a sex ratio of 668 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 270 children aged 0–6 years in Turan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Turan village has 1,541 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Turan village is about 60.01%, with male literacy at 61.60% and female literacy at 57.63%.
- There are around 488 households in Turan village.
Connectivity of Turan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turan. As per the 2011 stats, Turan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Turan
Knowing the nearby villages of Turan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turan
- Where is Turan located?
- Turan village is situated in Amloh Tehsil, within the Fatehgarh Sahib district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turan?
- Turan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Turan?
- The pincode of Turan is 147301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turan is 2,403, with 1,440 males and 963 females.
- How many households are there in Turan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turan village has a total of 488 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turan is 60.01%. The male literacy rate is 61.60%, while the female literacy rate is 57.63%.