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.
Here you can discover what makes Tera Kalan unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Tera Kalan’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 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.
Google Map of Tera Kalan
Population of Tera Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Tera Kalan has a total population of about 2,271, with approximately 1,177 males and 1,094 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 292 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 319 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 59.09%, with male literacy at about 64.23% and female literacy near 53.56%. There are around 378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tera Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.