Veela Teja - Fatehgarh Churian, Gurdaspur
Veela Teja is a village situated in the Fatehgarh Churian tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from Batala and around 60 km from Gurdaspur. Nandianwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veela Teja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veela Teja is 028834. The village covers a total geographical area of 997 hectares and falls under the 143513 pincode. Fathegarh Churian is the nearest town.
Veela Teja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veela Teja
According to the 2011 Census, Veela Teja village had a total population of 4,435 people, including 2,329 males and 2,106 females, living in 840 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.26%, with male literacy at 81.09% and female literacy at 73.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,028.
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 | 4,435 | 2,329 | 2,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 267 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,028 | 543 | 485 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,062 | 1,672 | 1,390 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,373 | 657 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Veela Teja
Veela Teja is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khusar Tahli | West | 1.51 km |
| Alawalwal | North | 1.76 km |
| Jhanjian Kalan | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Teja Kalan | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Dogar | West | 2.27 km |
| Khode Baner | East | 2.46 km |
| Jhanjian Khurd | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Teja Khurd | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Malewal | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Lale Nangal | South-West | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veela Teja
Veela Teja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaintipura, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Veela Teja is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veela Teja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veela Teja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veela Teja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veela Teja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Veela Teja
Where is Veela Teja located?
Veela Teja village is located in Fatehgarh Churian Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veela Teja?
The Gram Panchayat of Veela Teja is Nandianwala.
What is the pincode of Veela Teja?
The pincode of Veela Teja is 143513.
What is the population of Veela Teja?
Veela Teja had a total population of 4,435, including 2,329 males and 2,106 females.
How many households are there in Veela Teja?
Veela Teja had 840 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veela Teja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veela Teja was 77.26%. Male literacy was 81.09% and female literacy was 73.12%.