Temb - Vengurla, Sindhudurg
Temb is a village situated in the Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vengurla and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Sagartirtha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Temb village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Temb is 566698. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.59 hectares and falls under the 416518 pincode. Vengurla is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Temb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Temb
As per Census 2011, Temb village has a total population of 389 people, consisting of 203 males and 186 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 323 literate and 66 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Temb are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 203 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 176 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 27 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Temb
Temb 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 Temb
Temb is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vengurla to Temb is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Temb is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Temb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Temb 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 Temb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Temb 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Temb
Where is Temb located?
Temb village is located in Vengurla Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Temb?
The Gram Panchayat of Temb is Sagartirtha.
What is the pincode of Temb?
The pincode of Temb is 416518.
What is the population of Temb?
Temb has a total population of 389, including 203 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Temb?
There are 89 households in Temb.
What is the literacy rate in Temb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Temb is 83.03%. Male literacy is 86.70% and female literacy is 79.03%.