Tenkamijar
Tenkamijar is a village located in Mangalore taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from Mangalore, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Tenkamijar village. As per 2009 stats, Tenkamijar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tenkamijar unique in its vibrant Mangalore-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Tenkamijar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tenkamijar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tenkamijar is 617455. The village spans a total geographical area of 1249.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574227. Mudbidri is nearest town to Tenkamijar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Tenkamijar
Population of Tenkamijar
According to the 2011 Census, Tenkamijar has a total population of about 5,050, with approximately 2,490 males and 2,560 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 495 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 175 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 143. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.04%, with male literacy at about 82.37% and female literacy near 73.83%. There are around 951 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tenkamijar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,050 | 2,490 | 2,560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 495 | 258 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 73 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 3,941 | 2,051 | 1,890 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,109 | 439 | 670 |
Connectivity of Tenkamijar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tenkamijar. As per the 2011 stats, Tenkamijar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tenkamijar
Knowing the nearby villages of Tenkamijar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tenkamijar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tenkamijar
- Where is Tenkamijar located?
- Tenkamijar village is situated in Mangalore Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tenkamijar?
- Tenkamijar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tenkamijar?
- The pincode of Tenkamijar is 574227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tenkamijar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tenkamijar is 5,050, with 2,490 males and 2,560 females.
- How many households are there in Tenkamijar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tenkamijar village has a total of 951 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tenkamijar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tenkamijar is 78.04%. The male literacy rate is 82.37%, while the female literacy rate is 73.83%.