Tekoda - Ashti, Wardha
Tekoda is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Tekoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekoda is 533494. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.2 hectares and falls under the 442202 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tekoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tekoda
As per Census 2011, Tekoda village has a total population of 1,030 people, consisting of 519 males and 511 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 811 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tekoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,030 | 519 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 811 | 430 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 89 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Tekoda
Tekoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamalpur | East | 0.68 km |
| Godavari | West | 0.94 km |
| Ismailpur | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Narsapur | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Sherpur | North | 1.92 km |
| Narayanpur | East | 1.99 km |
| Godri | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Ramgaon | East | 2.35 km |
| Bharaswada | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Rampuri | South-East | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tekoda
Tekoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Morshi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Arvi to Tekoda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Tekoda is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tekoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tekoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tekoda
Where is Tekoda located?
Tekoda village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tekoda?
Tekoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tekoda?
The pincode of Tekoda is 442202.
What is the population of Tekoda?
Tekoda has a total population of 1,030, including 519 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Tekoda?
There are 258 households in Tekoda.
What is the literacy rate in Tekoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekoda is 78.74%. Male literacy is 82.85% and female literacy is 74.56%.