Tengunti - Kushtagi, Koppal
Tengunti is a village situated in the Kushtagi taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushtagi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Bijakal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tengunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tengunti is 601492. The village covers a total geographical area of 838.44 hectares and falls under the 583277 pincode. Kushtagi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Tengunti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushtagi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tengunti
As per Census 2011, Tengunti village has a total population of 1,737 people, consisting of 875 males and 862 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 910 literate and 827 illiterate residents. Additionally, 427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tengunti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,737 | 875 | 862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 161 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 213 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 538 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 827 | 337 | 490 |
Nearby Villages of Tengunti
Tengunti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hosur(k) | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Basapur(m) | North | 3.04 km |
| Bijakal | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Gudadur(m) | East | 4.13 km |
| Gumgeri | South | 4.19 km |
| Hiremannapur | South-East | 4.44 km |
| Gonhal(k) | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Tekkalki | West | 5.10 km |
| Ryawanki | North | 6.05 km |
| Teggihal | North-East | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tengunti
Tengunti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ginigera, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushtagi to Tengunti is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Tengunti 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 Tengunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tengunti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tengunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tengunti 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 Tengunti
Where is Tengunti located?
Tengunti village is located in Kushtagi Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tengunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Tengunti is Bijakal.
What is the pincode of Tengunti?
The pincode of Tengunti is 583277.
What is the population of Tengunti?
Tengunti has a total population of 1,737, including 875 males and 862 females.
How many households are there in Tengunti?
There are 287 households in Tengunti.
What is the literacy rate in Tengunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tengunti is 52.39%. Male literacy is 61.49% and female literacy is 43.16%.