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.
Here you can discover what makes Turan unique in its vibrant Amloh-Fatehgarh Sahib region. You’ll see Turan’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Turan has a total population of about 2,403, with approximately 1,440 males and 963 females. The sex ratio is around 668 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 270 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,541 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.01%, with male literacy at about 61.60% and female literacy near 57.63%. There are around 488 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.