Tepasa
Tepasa is a village located in Kegaon tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 58km away from sub-district headquarter Kegaon (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Palna is the gram panchayat of Tepasa village.
Tepasa has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Tepasa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tepasa is 423617. The village spans a total geographical area of 241 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766036. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Tepasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tepasa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tepasa
Population of Tepasa
Below is a concise population overview of Tepasa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 856 | 432 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 49 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 95 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 287 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 145 | 266 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tepasa village:
- The total population of Tepasa village is around 856, including approximately 432 males and 424 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 114 children aged 0–6 years in Tepasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tepasa village has 107 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 173 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tepasa village is about 51.99%, with male literacy at 66.44% and female literacy at 37.26%.
- There are around 216 households in Tepasa village.
Connectivity of Tepasa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tepasa. As per the 2011 stats, Tepasa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tepasa
Knowing the nearby villages of Tepasa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tepasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tepasa
- Where is Tepasa located?
- Tepasa village is situated in Kegaon Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tepasa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tepasa is Palna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tepasa?
- The pincode of Tepasa is 766036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tepasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tepasa is 856, with 432 males and 424 females.
- How many households are there in Tepasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tepasa village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tepasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tepasa is 51.99%. The male literacy rate is 66.44%, while the female literacy rate is 37.26%.