Tena - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Tena is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Tena village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tena is 085434. The village covers a total geographical area of 2745 hectares and falls under the 342028 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Tena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tena
As per Census 2011, Tena village has a total population of 5,570 people, consisting of 2,889 males and 2,681 females. The village has 886 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,602 literate and 2,968 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,015 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 614 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,570 | 2,889 | 2,681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,115 | 574 | 541 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,015 | 521 | 494 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 614 | 329 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 2,602 | 1,768 | 834 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,968 | 1,121 | 1,847 |
Nearby Villages of Tena
Tena 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birad Nagar | South | 1.35 km |
| Jatawas | South | 2.51 km |
| Timbari | East | 2.62 km |
| Mallinath Nagar | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Naharsingh Nagar | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Khirjan Tibna | East | 4.41 km |
| Khirjan Asha | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Hanawant Nagar | South | 6.12 km |
| Dalpatnagar | North | 6.36 km |
| Shergarh | South-West | 6.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tena
Public transport in the Tena is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tivari, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jodhpur to Tena is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tena 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 Tena
Where is Tena located?
Tena village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tena?
Tena is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tena?
The pincode of Tena is 342028.
What is the population of Tena?
Tena has a total population of 5,570, including 2,889 males and 2,681 females.
How many households are there in Tena?
There are 886 households in Tena.
What is the literacy rate in Tena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tena is 46.71%. Male literacy is 61.20% and female literacy is 31.11%.