Tetargan - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Tetargan is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Nuagaon and around 90 km from Phulbani. Kudutuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tetargan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tetargan is 416831. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 762102 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Tetargan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tetargan
According to the 2011 Census, Tetargan village had a total population of 142 people, including 69 males and 73 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.24%, with male literacy at 71.19% and female literacy at 37.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 42 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 27 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Tetargan
Tetargan 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 Tetargan
Public transport in the Tetargan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Tetargan is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tetargan is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tetargan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tetargan 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 Tetargan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tetargan 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 Tetargan
Where is Tetargan located?
Tetargan village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tetargan?
The Gram Panchayat of Tetargan is Kudutuli.
What is the pincode of Tetargan?
The pincode of Tetargan is 762102.
What is the population of Tetargan?
Tetargan had a total population of 142, including 69 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Tetargan?
Tetargan had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tetargan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tetargan was 54.24%. Male literacy was 71.19% and female literacy was 37.29%.