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
According to the 2011 Census, Tej Palana village had a total population of 72 people, including 38 males and 34 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.25%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 67.86%.
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 | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 72, including 38 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Tej Palana?
Tej Palana had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tej Palana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tej Palana was 81.25%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 67.86%.