Tengadapathar - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Tengadapathar is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tikaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tengadapathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tengadapathar is 415863. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tengadapathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tengadapathar
According to the 2011 Census, Tengadapathar village had a total population of 45 people, including 20 males and 25 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.10%, with male literacy at 64.71% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Tengadapathar
Tengadapathar 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 Tengadapathar
Tengadapathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Tengadapathar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tengadapathar is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tengadapathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tengadapathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tengadapathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tengadapathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tengadapathar
Where is Tengadapathar located?
Tengadapathar village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tengadapathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tengadapathar is Tikaballi.
What is the pincode of Tengadapathar?
The pincode of Tengadapathar is 762010.
What is the population of Tengadapathar?
Tengadapathar had a total population of 45, including 20 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Tengadapathar?
Tengadapathar had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tengadapathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tengadapathar was 56.10%. Male literacy was 64.71% and female literacy was 50.00%.