Tejamaha - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Tejamaha is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Bandhagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tejamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tejamaha is 416431. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Tejamaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tejamaha
As per Census 2011, Tejamaha village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 87 males and 105 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,206 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tejamaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 87 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 28 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 65 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 22 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Tejamaha
Tejamaha 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 Tejamaha
Public transport in the Tejamaha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Tejamaha is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tejamaha is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tejamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tejamaha 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 Tejamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tejamaha 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tejamaha
Where is Tejamaha located?
Tejamaha village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tejamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Tejamaha is Bandhagada.
What is the pincode of Tejamaha?
The pincode of Tejamaha is 762011.
What is the population of Tejamaha?
Tejamaha has a total population of 192, including 87 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Tejamaha?
There are 51 households in Tejamaha.
What is the literacy rate in Tejamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tejamaha is 60.94%. Male literacy is 74.71% and female literacy is 49.52%.