Tendunala - Dongargaon, Rajnandgaon
Tendunala is a village situated in the Dongargaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargaon and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Tendunala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tendunala is 441126. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.48 hectares and falls under the 491557 pincode. Dongargaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Tendunala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tendunala
As per Census 2011, Tendunala village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 486 males and 477 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 670 literate and 293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 230 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tendunala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 486 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 69 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 670 | 374 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 112 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Tendunala
Tendunala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | West | 1.89 km |
| Jhandatalab | North | 2.41 km |
| Darrabandha | South | 2.43 km |
| Uraidabri | East | 2.82 km |
| Janakpur | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Maharajpur | West | 3.93 km |
| Shikari Tola | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Patpar | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Motipur | North-West | 4.55 km |
| Govindpur | North-West | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tendunala
Tendunala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dongargarh, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dongargaon to Tendunala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Tendunala is about 37 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 Tendunala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tendunala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tendunala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tendunala 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 Tendunala
Where is Tendunala located?
Tendunala village is located in Dongargaon Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tendunala?
Tendunala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tendunala?
The pincode of Tendunala is 491557.
What is the population of Tendunala?
Tendunala has a total population of 963, including 486 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Tendunala?
There are 190 households in Tendunala.
What is the literacy rate in Tendunala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tendunala is 69.57%. Male literacy is 76.95% and female literacy is 62.05%.