Teton - Gohad, Bhind
Teton is a village situated in the Gohad tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gohad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Taiton serves as the Gram Panchayat for Teton village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teton is 453283. The village covers a total geographical area of 672.25 hectares and falls under the 477116 pincode. Gohad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Teton village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Teton
According to the 2011 Census, Teton village had a total population of 1,600 people, including 853 males and 747 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.63%, with male literacy at 83.56% and female literacy at 64.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 1,600 | 853 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 111 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 135 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,021 | 620 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 233 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Teton
Teton 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manpur | West | 2.55 km |
| Kanchanpur | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Bhainsora | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Sherpur | East | 3.43 km |
| Gadra | South | 3.65 km |
| Partappura | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Chakbarona | North | 4.13 km |
| Bamhora | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Rayatpura | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Utila | South | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Teton
Teton is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malanpur, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gohad to Teton is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Teton 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 Teton
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teton 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Teton
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teton 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 Teton
Where is Teton located?
Teton village is located in Gohad Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Teton?
The Gram Panchayat of Teton is Taiton.
What is the pincode of Teton?
The pincode of Teton is 477116.
What is the population of Teton?
Teton had a total population of 1,600, including 853 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Teton?
Teton had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Teton?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teton was 74.63%. Male literacy was 83.56% and female literacy was 64.06%.