Tur - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Tur is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Toor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tur is 031146. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 144524 pincode. Mukerian 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 Dasua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tur
According to the 2011 Census, Tur village had a total population of 418 people, including 211 males and 207 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.59%, with male literacy at 85.23% and female literacy at 78.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 418 | 211 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 150 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 61 | 60 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Tur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Tur is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tur
Where is Tur located?
Tur village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tur is Toor.
What is the pincode of Tur?
The pincode of Tur is 144524.
What is the population of Tur?
Tur had a total population of 418, including 211 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Tur?
Tur had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tur was 81.59%. Male literacy was 85.23% and female literacy was 78.19%.