Teknar
Teknar is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Teknar village. As per 2009 stats, Teknar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Teknar unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Teknar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Teknar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Teknar is 450069. The village spans a total geographical area of 1380.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Dantewada is nearest town to Teknar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Teknar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Teknar
Population of Teknar
According to the 2011 Census, Teknar has a total population of about 1,797, with approximately 825 males and 972 females. The sex ratio is around 1178 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 257 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,776. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.51%, with male literacy at about 50.42% and female literacy near 32.10%. There are around 453 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Teknar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,797 | 825 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 130 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,776 | 815 | 961 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 416 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 409 | 660 |
Connectivity of Teknar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Teknar. As per the 2011 stats, Teknar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Teknar
Knowing the nearby villages of Teknar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Teknar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Teknar
- Where is Teknar located?
- Teknar village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Teknar?
- Teknar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Teknar?
- The pincode of Teknar is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Teknar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Teknar is 1,797, with 825 males and 972 females.
- How many households are there in Teknar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Teknar village has a total of 453 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Teknar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Teknar is 40.51%. The male literacy rate is 50.42%, while the female literacy rate is 32.10%.