Teja Kalan
Teja Kalan is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Teja Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Teja Kalan unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Teja 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 Teja Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Teja Kalan is 028833. The village spans a total geographical area of 151 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143513. Fathegarh Churian is nearest town to Teja Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Teja Kalan
Population of Teja Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Teja Kalan has a total population of about 1,206, with approximately 635 males and 571 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 162 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 564 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 60.86%, with male literacy at about 65.20% and female literacy near 56.04%. There are around 220 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Teja Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,206 | 635 | 571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 89 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 302 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 734 | 414 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 221 | 251 |
Connectivity of Teja Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Teja Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Teja 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Teja Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Teja Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Teja Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Teja Kalan
- Where is Teja Kalan located?
- Teja Kalan village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Teja Kalan?
- Teja Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Teja Kalan?
- The pincode of Teja Kalan is 143513, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Teja Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Teja Kalan is 1,206, with 635 males and 571 females.
- How many households are there in Teja Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Teja Kalan village has a total of 220 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Teja Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Teja Kalan is 60.86%. The male literacy rate is 65.20%, while the female literacy rate is 56.04%.