Tera - Abdasa, Kachchh
Tera is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Tera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tera is 507109. The village covers a total geographical area of 4586.17 hectares and falls under the 370660 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Tera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tera
According to the 2011 Census, Tera village had a total population of 2,715 people, including 1,381 males and 1,334 females, living in 611 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.32%, with male literacy at 80.97% and female literacy at 59.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 2,715 | 1,381 | 1,334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 204 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,651 | 953 | 698 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,064 | 428 | 636 |
Nearby Villages of Tera
Tera 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 Tera
Tera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhuj to Tera is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tera
Where is Tera located?
Tera village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tera?
Tera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tera?
The pincode of Tera is 370660.
What is the population of Tera?
Tera had a total population of 2,715, including 1,381 males and 1,334 females.
How many households are there in Tera?
Tera had 611 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tera was 70.32%. Male literacy was 80.97% and female literacy was 59.61%.