Tera Kalan
Tera Kalan is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Tera Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Tera Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Amritsar 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 Tera Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tera Kalan is 037355. The village spans a total geographical area of 447 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143606. Ajnala is nearest town to Tera Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Tera Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ajnala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Tera Kalan
Below is a concise population overview of Tera Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,271 | 1,177 | 1,094 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 163 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 166 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,342 | 756 | 586 |
| Illiterate Population | 929 | 421 | 508 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tera Kalan village:
- The total population of Tera Kalan village is around 2,271, including approximately 1,177 males and 1,094 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 292 children aged 0–6 years in Tera Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tera Kalan village has 319 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Tera Kalan village is about 59.09%, with male literacy at 64.23% and female literacy at 53.56%.
- There are around 378 households in Tera Kalan village.
Connectivity of Tera Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tera Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Tera Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tera Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Tera Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tera Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tera Kalan
- Where is Tera Kalan located?
- Tera Kalan village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tera Kalan?
- Tera Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tera Kalan?
- The pincode of Tera Kalan is 143606, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tera Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tera Kalan is 2,271, with 1,177 males and 1,094 females.
- How many households are there in Tera Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tera Kalan village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tera Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tera Kalan is 59.09%. The male literacy rate is 64.23%, while the female literacy rate is 53.56%.