Tekler - Usur, Bijapur
Tekler is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 100 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Jarapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tekler village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekler is 450964. The village covers a total geographical area of 1876.42 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 268 km away.
Tekler village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tekler
According to the 2011 Census, Tekler village had a total population of 298 people, including 156 males and 142 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.44%, with male literacy at 21.88% and female literacy at 14.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 298.
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 | 298 | 156 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 156 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 128 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Tekler
Tekler 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 Tekler
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tekler.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Tekler is about 268 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Tekler is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tekler
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekler 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tekler
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekler village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tekler
Where is Tekler located?
Tekler village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tekler?
The Gram Panchayat of Tekler is Jarapalli.
What is the pincode of Tekler?
The pincode of Tekler is 494447.
What is the population of Tekler?
Tekler had a total population of 298, including 156 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Tekler?
Tekler had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tekler?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekler was 18.44%. Male literacy was 21.88% and female literacy was 14.66%.