Alera - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Alera is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Alera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alera is 031335. The village covers a total geographical area of 300 hectares and falls under the 144532 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Alera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alera
According to the 2011 Census, Alera village had a total population of 639 people, including 319 males and 320 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.30%, with male literacy at 93.09% and female literacy at 81.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219.
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 | 639 | 319 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 111 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 256 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 63 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Alera
Alera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharampur | South | 1.44 km |
| Mangu Mera | North | 1.62 km |
| Batwara | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Bhol Bad Manian | West | 1.87 km |
| Nangal Khangauran | East | 2.19 km |
| Kartoli | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Sukhchainpur | West | 2.54 km |
| Palahara | North | 2.63 km |
| Jharera | South | 2.83 km |
| Basant Pur | North-East | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alera
Public transport in the Alera is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dasuya, while the nearest airport is Kangra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Alera is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alera 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Alera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Alera
Where is Alera located?
Alera village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Alera?
Alera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alera?
The pincode of Alera is 144532.
What is the population of Alera?
Alera had a total population of 639, including 319 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Alera?
Alera had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alera was 87.30%. Male literacy was 93.09% and female literacy was 81.69%.