Tendera - Jamda, Mayurbhanj
Tendera is a village situated in the Jamda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamda and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Tendra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tendera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tendera is 387628. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 757045 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Tendera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tendera
As per Census 2011, Tendera village has a total population of 1,564 people, consisting of 806 males and 758 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 718 literate and 846 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,248 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tendera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,564 | 806 | 758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 141 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,248 | 648 | 600 |
| Literate Population | 718 | 442 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 846 | 364 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Tendera
Tendera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amalabeda | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Sagajodi | East | 1.41 km |
| Madhupur | North | 2.03 km |
| Hill No-1 | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Tendirahill-ii | West | 2.53 km |
| Giria | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Deukundi | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Sunamara | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Jatapani | East | 3.97 km |
| Bhadusahi | North | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tendera
Tendera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rairangpur to Tendera is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Tendera is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tendera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tendera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tendera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tendera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tendera
Where is Tendera located?
Tendera village is located in Jamda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tendera?
The Gram Panchayat of Tendera is Tendra.
What is the pincode of Tendera?
The pincode of Tendera is 757045.
What is the population of Tendera?
Tendera has a total population of 1,564, including 806 males and 758 females.
How many households are there in Tendera?
There are 360 households in Tendera.
What is the literacy rate in Tendera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tendera is 45.91%. Male literacy is 54.84% and female literacy is 36.41%.