Tenua - Kasya, Kushinagar
Tenua is a village situated in the Kasya tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasya and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Amawa Dubey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tenua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tenua is 189396. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.3 hectares and falls under the 274402 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 322 km away.
Tenua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tenua
As per Census 2011, Tenua village has a total population of 790 people, consisting of 349 males and 441 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,263 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 495 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tenua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 790 | 349 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 65 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 4 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 251 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 98 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Tenua
Tenua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belwa Khurd | North | 0.89 km |
| Hilgarh | South | 1.14 km |
| Jhankaul | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Chhahun | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Basdila | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Damwatia | West | 1.85 km |
| Barwa Sukhdav | South | 1.87 km |
| Shripata Khand | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Dhanauji | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Basdeopur | West | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tenua
Tenua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chaf Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kushinagar to Tenua is about 322 km, with a usual travel time of around ~9.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Tenua is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tenua
Where is Tenua located?
Tenua village is located in Kasya Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tenua?
The Gram Panchayat of Tenua is Amawa Dubey.
What is the pincode of Tenua?
The pincode of Tenua is 274402.
What is the population of Tenua?
Tenua has a total population of 790, including 349 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Tenua?
There are 136 households in Tenua.
What is the literacy rate in Tenua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tenua is 62.66%. Male literacy is 71.92% and female literacy is 55.33%.