Turna
Turna is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Turna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Turna unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Turna’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 Turna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Turna is 029787. The village spans a total geographical area of 211.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144629. Lohian Khass is nearest town to Turna village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Turna
Population of Turna
According to the 2011 Census, Turna has a total population of about 860, with approximately 426 males and 434 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 87 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 181 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 72.44%, with male literacy at about 77.93% and female literacy near 67.05%. There are around 186 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Turna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 623 | 332 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 94 | 143 |
Connectivity of Turna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Turna. As per the 2011 stats, Turna 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 Turna
Knowing the nearby villages of Turna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Turna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Turna
- Where is Turna located?
- Turna village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Turna?
- Turna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Turna?
- The pincode of Turna is 144629, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Turna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Turna is 860, with 426 males and 434 females.
- How many households are there in Turna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Turna village has a total of 186 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Turna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Turna is 72.44%. The male literacy rate is 77.93%, while the female literacy rate is 67.05%.