Tur

Tur is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Raju Dawakhri is the gram panchayat of Tur village.

Tur has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 Tur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tur is 030838. The village spans a total geographical area of 82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144306. Dasua is nearest town to Tur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Tur

Below is a concise population overview of Tur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 191 89 102
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 17 7 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) 114 53 61
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 131 68 63
Illiterate Population 60 21 39

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tur village:

  • The total population of Tur village is around 191, including approximately 89 males and 102 females, with a sex ratio of 1146 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 17 children aged 0–6 years in Tur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tur village has 114 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Tur village is about 68.59%, with male literacy at 76.40% and female literacy at 61.76%.
  • There are around 35 households in Tur village.

Connectivity of Tur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tur. As per the 2011 stats, Tur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Tur

Knowing the nearby villages of Tur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tur.

Dholowal Raja Kalan Nangal Shekhpur Khurd Jitabaid Bhatian Khun Khun Kalan Korala Khurd Darga Heri Lodhi Chak Gahot

Frequently Asked Questions about Tur

Where is Tur located?
Tur village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tur is Raju Dawakhri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tur?
The pincode of Tur is 144306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tur is 191, with 89 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Tur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tur village has a total of 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tur is 68.59%. The male literacy rate is 76.40%, while the female literacy rate is 61.76%.