Tenua - Sahjanwa, Gorakhpur
Tenua is a village situated in the Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahjanwa and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Tenua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tenua is 185334. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.1 hectares and falls under the 273209 pincode.
Tenua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tenua
According to the 2011 Census, Tenua village had a total population of 2,270 people, including 1,186 males and 1,084 females, living in 331 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.31%, with male literacy at 87.75% and female literacy at 63.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 558, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Tenua
Tenua 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 Tenua
Tenua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tenua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Tenua is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tenua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tenua 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 Tenua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tenua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tenua
Where is Tenua located?
Tenua village is located in Sahjanwa Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tenua?
Tenua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tenua?
The pincode of Tenua is 273209.
What is the population of Tenua?
Tenua had a total population of 2,270, including 1,186 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Tenua?
Tenua had 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tenua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tenua was 76.31%. Male literacy was 87.75% and female literacy was 63.79%.