Tehang
Tehang is a village located in Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Phillaur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Tehang village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tehang unique in its vibrant Phillaur-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Tehang’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 Tehang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tehang is 030147. The village spans a total geographical area of 995.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144410. Phillaur is nearest town to Tehang village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Tehang
Population of Tehang
According to the 2011 Census, Tehang has a total population of about 3,620, with approximately 1,860 males and 1,760 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 379 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,118 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 71.22%, with male literacy at about 74.73% and female literacy near 67.50%. There are around 787 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tehang's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,620 | 1,860 | 1,760 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 201 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,118 | 1,084 | 1,034 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,578 | 1,390 | 1,188 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,042 | 470 | 572 |
Connectivity of Tehang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tehang. As per the 2011 stats, Tehang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tehang
Knowing the nearby villages of Tehang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tehang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tehang
- Where is Tehang located?
- Tehang village is situated in Phillaur Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tehang?
- Tehang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tehang?
- The pincode of Tehang is 144410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tehang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tehang is 3,620, with 1,860 males and 1,760 females.
- How many households are there in Tehang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tehang village has a total of 787 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tehang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tehang is 71.22%. The male literacy rate is 74.73%, while the female literacy rate is 67.50%.