Tetoda - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Tetoda is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Tetoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tetoda is 508241. The village covers a total geographical area of 1226.25 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tetoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deesa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tetoda
As per Census 2011, Tetoda village has a total population of 3,738 people, consisting of 1,882 males and 1,856 females. The village has 657 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 586 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,080 literate and 1,658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 564 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 500 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tetoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,738 | 1,882 | 1,856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 586 | 305 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 290 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 500 | 253 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 2,080 | 1,264 | 816 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,658 | 618 | 1,040 |
Nearby Villages of Tetoda
Tetoda 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 Tetoda
Public transport in the Tetoda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Tetoda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Tetoda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Tetoda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tetoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tetoda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tetoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tetoda 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tetoda
Where is Tetoda located?
Tetoda village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tetoda?
Tetoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tetoda?
The pincode of Tetoda is 385535.
What is the population of Tetoda?
Tetoda has a total population of 3,738, including 1,882 males and 1,856 females.
How many households are there in Tetoda?
There are 657 households in Tetoda.
What is the literacy rate in Tetoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tetoda is 55.64%. Male literacy is 67.16% and female literacy is 43.97%.