Tekchandanpur - Khaira, Balasore
Tekchandanpur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Similia and around 69 km from Baleshwar. Manatri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tekchandanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekchandanpur is 394173. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Tekchandanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tekchandanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Tekchandanpur village had a total population of 185 people, including 86 males and 99 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,151 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.18%, with male literacy at 89.61% and female literacy at 68.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 185 | 86 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 35 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 69 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 17 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Tekchandanpur
Tekchandanpur 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 Tekchandanpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Tekchandanpur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tekchandanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Tekchandanpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Tekchandanpur is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tekchandanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekchandanpur 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 Tekchandanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekchandanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tekchandanpur
Where is Tekchandanpur located?
Tekchandanpur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tekchandanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tekchandanpur is Manatri.
What is the pincode of Tekchandanpur?
The pincode of Tekchandanpur is 756134.
What is the population of Tekchandanpur?
Tekchandanpur had a total population of 185, including 86 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Tekchandanpur?
Tekchandanpur had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tekchandanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekchandanpur was 78.18%. Male literacy was 89.61% and female literacy was 68.18%.