Turna - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Turna is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Turna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turna is 029787. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.6 hectares and falls under the 144629 pincode. Lohian Khass is the nearest town.
Turna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Turna
According to the 2011 Census, Turna village had a total population of 860 people, including 426 males and 434 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.60%, with male literacy at 86.91% and female literacy at 74.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181.
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 | 860 | 426 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 89 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 332 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 94 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Turna
Turna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Aliwal | East | 1.13 km |
| Pandori Rajputtan | South | 1.20 km |
| Haidrabad Dona | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Bara Jagir | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Miranpur | North | 2.27 km |
| Makhi | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Badli | East | 2.55 km |
| Badshahpur | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Tashpur | North | 2.79 km |
| Meda | South-East | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turna
Turna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindhar, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Turna is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Turna
Where is Turna located?
Turna village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turna?
Turna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turna?
The pincode of Turna is 144629.
What is the population of Turna?
Turna had a total population of 860, including 426 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Turna?
Turna had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turna was 80.60%. Male literacy was 86.91% and female literacy was 74.42%.