Tansi Village - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Tansi is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Bhilai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tansi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tansi is 447431. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.42 hectares and falls under the 494337 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Tansi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tansi
As per Census 2011, Tansi village has a total population of 656 people, consisting of 326 males and 330 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 493 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 194 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tansi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 656 | 326 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 94 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 259 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 67 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Tansi
Tansi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Junwani | South | 1.74 km |
| Bhelai | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Chikhli | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Pond | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Pandaripani | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Mategahan | East | 2.68 km |
| Telguda | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Machandur | West | 3.39 km |
| Kochwahi | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Alori | North | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tansi
Tansi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.6 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 Charama to Tansi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Tansi is about 36 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 Tansi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tansi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tansi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tansi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tansi
Where is Tansi located?
Tansi village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tansi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tansi is Bhilai.
What is the pincode of Tansi?
The pincode of Tansi is 494337.
What is the population of Tansi?
Tansi has a total population of 656, including 326 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Tansi?
There are 138 households in Tansi.
What is the literacy rate in Tansi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tansi is 75.15%. Male literacy is 79.45% and female literacy is 70.91%.