Tedagaon - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Tedagaon is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Tera Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tedagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tedagaon is 051939. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.2 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Tedagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Tedagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Tedagaon village had a total population of 560 people, including 245 males and 315 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.35%, with male literacy at 94.15% and female literacy at 80.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 290.
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 | 560 | 245 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 133 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 193 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 52 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Tedagaon
Tedagaon 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 Tedagaon
Tedagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ranikhet to Tedagaon is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Tedagaon is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tedagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tedagaon 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tedagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tedagaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tedagaon
Where is Tedagaon located?
Tedagaon village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tedagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Tedagaon is Tera Gaon.
What is the pincode of Tedagaon?
The pincode of Tedagaon is 263656.
What is the population of Tedagaon?
Tedagaon had a total population of 560, including 245 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Tedagaon?
Tedagaon had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tedagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tedagaon was 86.35%. Male literacy was 94.15% and female literacy was 80.77%.