Tur

Tur is a village located in Khadur Sahib tehsil of Tarn Taran district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Khadur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Tarn Taran. As per 2009 stats, Tur village is also a gram panchayat.

Tur has its own place in the vibrant Tarn Taran 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 038262. The village spans a total geographical area of 594 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143409. Patti 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 2,990 1,597 1,393
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 394 245 149
Scheduled Castes (SC) 844 457 387
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,791 1,013 778
Illiterate Population 1,199 584 615

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

  • The total population of Tur village is around 2,990, including approximately 1,597 males and 1,393 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 394 children aged 0–6 years in Tur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tur village has 844 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Tur village is about 59.90%, with male literacy at 63.43% and female literacy at 55.85%.
  • There are around 540 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 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.

Khan Chhabri Chak Mehar Chamba Khurd Pakhoke Kot Mohammad Khan Tanda Khan Rajada Fatehabad Khella Dhunda Khakh

Frequently Asked Questions about Tur

Where is Tur located?
Tur village is situated in Khadur Sahib Tehsil, within the Tarn Taran district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tur?
Tur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Tur?
The pincode of Tur is 143409, 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 2,990, with 1,597 males and 1,393 females.
How many households are there in Tur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tur village has a total of 540 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tur is 59.90%. The male literacy rate is 63.43%, while the female literacy rate is 55.85%.