Tenda - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Tenda is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Goilkera and around 65 km from Chaibasa. Sarugara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tenda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tenda is 377628. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.73 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Chakardharpur is the nearest town.
Tenda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tenda
According to the 2011 Census, Tenda village had a total population of 161 people, including 84 males and 77 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.20%, with male literacy at 54.84% and female literacy at 23.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 84 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 75 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 34 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 50 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Tenda
Tenda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rayam | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Sarugara | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Banjira | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Behra | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Hututua | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Shawsol | North | 3.11 km |
| Burukasai | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Bhaktauli | South | 3.37 km |
| Chitir | East | 3.49 km |
| Orenga | East | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tenda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tenda. The nearest railway station is Derowan P. Halt, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Tenda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tenda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tenda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tenda
Where is Tenda located?
Tenda village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tenda is Sarugara.
What is the pincode of Tenda?
The pincode of Tenda is 833103.
What is the population of Tenda?
Tenda had a total population of 161, including 84 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Tenda?
Tenda had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tenda was 39.20%. Male literacy was 54.84% and female literacy was 23.81%.