Tetam
Tetam is a village located in Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Katekalyan (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Tetam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tetam unique in its vibrant Katekalyan-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Tetam’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 Tetam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tetam is 450212. The village spans a total geographical area of 1039.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494552. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Tetam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tetam 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 Tetam
Population of Tetam
According to the 2011 Census, Tetam has a total population of about 864, with approximately 444 males and 420 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 844. The overall literacy rate is approximately 13.54%, with male literacy at about 19.37% and female literacy near 7.38%. There are around 179 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tetam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 | 444 | 420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 844 | 434 | 410 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 86 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 747 | 358 | 389 |
Connectivity of Tetam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tetam. As per the 2011 stats, Tetam 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tetam
Knowing the nearby villages of Tetam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tetam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tetam
- Where is Tetam located?
- Tetam village is situated in Katekalyan Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tetam?
- Tetam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tetam?
- The pincode of Tetam is 494552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tetam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tetam is 864, with 444 males and 420 females.
- How many households are there in Tetam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tetam village has a total of 179 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tetam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tetam is 13.54%. The male literacy rate is 19.37%, while the female literacy rate is 7.38%.