Tenganamal - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Tenganamal is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Rengali and around 50 km from Jharsuguda. Machida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tenganamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tenganamal is 380935. The village covers a total geographical area of 298 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tenganamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tenganamal
As per Census 2011, Tenganamal village has a total population of 315 people, consisting of 168 males and 147 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tenganamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 168 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 118 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 50 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Tenganamal
Tenganamal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budelkani | North | 1.41 km |
| Barjha | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Jogidhipa | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Lipaspali | West | 2.46 km |
| Machida | South | 2.58 km |
| Deopali | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Kandadihi | South | 3.11 km |
| Nuadihi | South | 4.13 km |
| Koylanga | West | 4.31 km |
| Kumar | South-West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tenganamal
Tenganamal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ibh1, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Tenganamal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Tenganamal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tenganamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tenganamal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tenganamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tenganamal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tenganamal
Where is Tenganamal located?
Tenganamal village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tenganamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Tenganamal is Machida.
What is the pincode of Tenganamal?
The pincode of Tenganamal is 768226.
What is the population of Tenganamal?
Tenganamal has a total population of 315, including 168 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Tenganamal?
There are 69 households in Tenganamal.
What is the literacy rate in Tenganamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tenganamal is 59.05%. Male literacy is 70.24% and female literacy is 46.26%.