Old Tesen - Tening, Peren
Old Tesen is a village situated in the Tening circle of Peren district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tening and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Peren.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Old Tesen is 268374. The village falls under the 797101 pincode. Peren is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Old Tesen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tenning Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaland Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Old Tesen
As per Census 2011, Old Tesen village has a total population of 2,145 people, consisting of 1,047 males and 1,098 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,386 literate and 759 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,136 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Old Tesen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,145 | 1,047 | 1,098 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 110 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,136 | 1,044 | 1,092 |
| Literate Population | 1,386 | 712 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 759 | 335 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Old Tesen
Old Tesen 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 Old Tesen
Old Tesen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Peren to Old Tesen is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Old Tesen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Old Tesen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Old Tesen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Old Tesen 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Old Tesen
Where is Old Tesen located?
Old Tesen village is located in Tening Circle, Peren district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Old Tesen?
The pincode of Old Tesen is 797101.
What is the population of Old Tesen?
Old Tesen has a total population of 2,145, including 1,047 males and 1,098 females.
How many households are there in Old Tesen?
There are 333 households in Old Tesen.
What is the literacy rate in Old Tesen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Old Tesen is 64.62%. Male literacy is 68.00% and female literacy is 61.38%.