Tensera - Tonto, West Singhbhum
Tensera is a village situated in the Tonto subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 69 km from Chaibasa Pashchimi Singhbhum. Tonto serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tensera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tensera is 377967. The village covers a total geographical area of 658 hectares and falls under the 833204 pincode. Tensera is the nearest town.
Tensera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tensera
According to the 2011 Census, Tensera village had a total population of 1,088 people, including 560 males and 528 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.09%, with male literacy at 51.64% and female literacy at 29.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 506.
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 | 1,088 | 560 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 132 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 506 | 259 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 221 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 339 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Tensera
Tensera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandabera | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Murumbura | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Udalkam | South | 2.55 km |
| Topabera | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Palisai | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Rengrahatu | North | 4.36 km |
| Tonto | East | 4.58 km |
| Hartahatu | East | 5.51 km |
| Barutoa | North-East | 5.65 km |
| Lisimoti | South-East | 6.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tensera
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Tensera. The nearest railway station is Talaburu, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chaibasa Pashchimi Singhbhum to Tensera is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tensera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tensera 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 Tensera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tensera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tensera
Where is Tensera located?
Tensera village is located in Tonto Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tensera?
The Gram Panchayat of Tensera is Tonto.
What is the pincode of Tensera?
The pincode of Tensera is 833204.
What is the population of Tensera?
Tensera had a total population of 1,088, including 560 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Tensera?
Tensera had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tensera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tensera was 41.09%. Male literacy was 51.64% and female literacy was 29.72%.