Tepun - Tening, Peren
Tepun is a village situated in the Tening circle of Peren district, Nagaland. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tening and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Peren.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tepun is 268387. The village falls under the 797101 pincode. Peren is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Tepun 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 Tepun
According to the 2011 Census, Tepun village had a total population of 1,610 people, including 880 males and 730 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.79%, with male literacy at 34.74% and female literacy at 26.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,594.
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 | 1,610 | 880 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 100 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,594 | 872 | 722 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 271 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,166 | 609 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Tepun
Tepun 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 Tepun
Tepun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Peren to Tepun is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tepun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tepun 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 Tepun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tepun 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 Tepun
Where is Tepun located?
Tepun village is located in Tening Circle, Peren district, Nagaland, India.
What is the pincode of Tepun?
The pincode of Tepun is 797101.
What is the population of Tepun?
Tepun had a total population of 1,610, including 880 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Tepun?
Tepun had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tepun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tepun was 30.79%. Male literacy was 34.74% and female literacy was 26.13%.