Tej Palana - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Tej Palana is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Mehmoodpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tej Palana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tej Palana is 032362. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Tej Palana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tej Palana
As per Census 2011, Tej Palana village has a total population of 72 people, consisting of 38 males and 34 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 52 literate and 20 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tej Palana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 33 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 5 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Tej Palana
Tej Palana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tej Palana
Tej Palana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Tej Palana is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tej Palana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tej Palana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tej Palana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tej Palana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tej Palana
Where is Tej Palana located?
Tej Palana village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tej Palana?
The Gram Panchayat of Tej Palana is Mehmoodpur.
What is the pincode of Tej Palana?
The pincode of Tej Palana is 144521.
What is the population of Tej Palana?
Tej Palana has a total population of 72, including 38 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Tej Palana?
There are 17 households in Tej Palana.
What is the literacy rate in Tej Palana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tej Palana is 72.22%. Male literacy is 86.84% and female literacy is 55.88%.