Tenga Gaon - Doom Dooma, Tinsukia
Tenga Gaon is a village situated in the Doom Dooma subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Doom Dooma and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Talap serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tenga Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tenga Gaon is 290166. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.17 hectares and falls under the 786156 pincode. Doomdoma is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tenga Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tenga Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Tenga Gaon village had a total population of 2,077 people, including 1,058 males and 1,019 females, living in 427 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.75%, with male literacy at 63.78% and female literacy at 47.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 2,077 | 1,058 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 133 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 77 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 590 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,064 | 468 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Tenga Gaon
Tenga Gaon 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 Tenga Gaon
Public transport in the Tenga Gaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Tenga Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doomdoma to Tenga Gaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Tenga Gaon is about 40 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 Tenga Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tenga Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tenga Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tenga Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tenga Gaon
Where is Tenga Gaon located?
Tenga Gaon village is located in Doom Dooma Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tenga Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Tenga Gaon is Talap.
What is the pincode of Tenga Gaon?
The pincode of Tenga Gaon is 786156.
What is the population of Tenga Gaon?
Tenga Gaon had a total population of 2,077, including 1,058 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Tenga Gaon?
Tenga Gaon had 427 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tenga Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tenga Gaon was 55.75%. Male literacy was 63.78% and female literacy was 47.42%.