Tenua
Tenua is a village located in Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sahjanwa (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Tenua village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Tenua unique in its vibrant Sahjanwa-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Tenua’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tenua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tenua is 185334. The village spans a total geographical area of 60.1 hectares. Sahjanwa is nearest town to Tenua village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Tenua
Population of Tenua
According to the 2011 Census, Tenua has a total population of about 2,270, with approximately 1,186 males and 1,084 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 349 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 558 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.58%, with male literacy at about 74.28% and female literacy near 53.97%. There are around 331 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tenua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,270 | 1,186 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 182 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 558 | 296 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,466 | 881 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 804 | 305 | 499 |
Connectivity of Tenua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tenua. As per the 2011 stats, Tenua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tenua
Knowing the nearby villages of Tenua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tenua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tenua
- Where is Tenua located?
- Tenua village is situated in Sahjanwa Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tenua?
- Tenua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Tenua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tenua is 2,270, with 1,186 males and 1,084 females.
- How many households are there in Tenua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tenua village has a total of 331 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tenua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tenua is 64.58%. The male literacy rate is 74.28%, while the female literacy rate is 53.97%.