Tur

Tur is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Toor 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 031146. The village spans a total geographical area of 77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian 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 418 211 207
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 54 35 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 29 11 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 297 150 147
Illiterate Population 121 61 60

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

  • The total population of Tur village is around 418, including approximately 211 males and 207 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Tur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tur village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Tur village is about 71.05%, with male literacy at 71.09% and female literacy at 71.01%.
  • There are around 84 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 <5 km distance
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.

Talwandi Khurd Kale Bagh Miani Malahan Taggar Kalan Zahidpur Taluwal Kolian Chhant Noshehra Kalechpur Kalota Chhanian Kalan

Frequently Asked Questions about Tur

Where is Tur located?
Tur village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tur is Toor (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 144214, 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 418, with 211 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Tur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tur village has a total of 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tur is 71.05%. The male literacy rate is 71.09%, while the female literacy rate is 71.01%.