Tekania - Guthani, Siwan
Tekania is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Biswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tekania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekania is 232182. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Tekania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tekania
As per Census 2011, Tekania village has a total population of 1,026 people, consisting of 493 males and 533 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 679 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tekania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,026 | 493 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 87 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 355 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 138 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Tekania
Tekania is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Darzi Chak | South-West | 0.55 km |
| Chaumukha Kalan | North-East | 0.88 km |
| Biswar | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Malchaur | North | 1.04 km |
| Sohrai | West | 1.09 km |
| Bhathahi | East | 1.44 km |
| Parari | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Kharkharia | East | 1.63 km |
| Jhajhaur | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Arazi Inglish | East | 1.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tekania
Tekania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mairwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mairwa to Tekania is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Tekania is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tekania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekania village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tekania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tekania
Where is Tekania located?
Tekania village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tekania?
The Gram Panchayat of Tekania is Biswar.
What is the pincode of Tekania?
The pincode of Tekania is 841239.
What is the population of Tekania?
Tekania has a total population of 1,026, including 493 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Tekania?
There are 130 households in Tekania.
What is the literacy rate in Tekania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekania is 66.18%. Male literacy is 72.01% and female literacy is 60.79%.