Alera
Alera is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Alera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Alera unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Alera’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 Alera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alera is 031335. The village spans a total geographical area of 300 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144224. Mukerian is nearest town to Alera village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Alera
Population of Alera
According to the 2011 Census, Alera has a total population of about 639, with approximately 319 males and 320 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 219 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 76.37%, with male literacy at about 80.25% and female literacy near 72.50%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 488 | 256 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 63 | 88 |
Connectivity of Alera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alera. As per the 2011 stats, Alera 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 Alera
Knowing the nearby villages of Alera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alera
- Where is Alera located?
- Alera village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alera?
- Alera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Alera?
- The pincode of Alera is 144224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alera is 639, with 319 males and 320 females.
- How many households are there in Alera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alera village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alera is 76.37%. The male literacy rate is 80.25%, while the female literacy rate is 72.50%.