Tedda - Pottangi, Koraput
Tedda is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Petteru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tedda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tedda is 430095. The village covers a total geographical area of 422 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Tedda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tedda
As per Census 2011, Tedda village has a total population of 495 people, consisting of 234 males and 261 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 262 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tedda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 234 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 117 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 63 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 171 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Tedda
Tedda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Markar | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Peturu | West | 2.39 km |
| Alasi | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Laudi | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Sunki | East | 2.72 km |
| Mariguda | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Patalaudi | North | 3.73 km |
| Gurujiguda | North | 3.86 km |
| Kurli | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Olaparu | South | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tedda
Public transport in the Tedda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shimiliaguda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Tedda is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Tedda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tedda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tedda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tedda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tedda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tedda
Where is Tedda located?
Tedda village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tedda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tedda is Petteru.
What is the pincode of Tedda?
The pincode of Tedda is 764039.
What is the population of Tedda?
Tedda has a total population of 495, including 234 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Tedda?
There are 118 households in Tedda.
What is the literacy rate in Tedda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tedda is 18.18%. Male literacy is 26.92% and female literacy is 10.34%.