Tendukheda - Harrai, Chhindwara
Tendukheda is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Tendukheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tendukheda is 494156. The village covers a total geographical area of 481.65 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tendukheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tendukheda
According to the 2011 Census, Tendukheda village had a total population of 611 people, including 311 males and 300 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.30%, with male literacy at 69.02% and female literacy at 49.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 348.
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 | 611 | 311 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 56 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 178 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 176 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 135 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Tendukheda
Tendukheda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tendukheda
Tendukheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harrai to Tendukheda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Tendukheda is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tendukheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tendukheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tendukheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tendukheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tendukheda
Where is Tendukheda located?
Tendukheda village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tendukheda?
Tendukheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tendukheda?
The pincode of Tendukheda is 480224.
What is the population of Tendukheda?
Tendukheda had a total population of 611, including 311 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Tendukheda?
Tendukheda had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tendukheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tendukheda was 59.30%. Male literacy was 69.02% and female literacy was 49.61%.