Tefna - Nandprayag, Chamoli
Tefna is a village situated in the Nandprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Karnaprayag and around 25 km from Gopeshwar. Tefna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tefna is 041388. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.75 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tefna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tefna
As per Census 2011, Tefna village has a total population of 385 people, consisting of 183 males and 202 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 297 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tefna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 183 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 61 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 158 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 25 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Tefna
Tefna 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 Tefna
Tefna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandprayag to Tefna is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Tefna is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tefna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tefna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tefna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tefna 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 Tefna
Where is Tefna located?
Tefna village is located in Nandprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tefna?
Tefna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tefna?
The pincode of Tefna is 246449.
What is the population of Tefna?
Tefna has a total population of 385, including 183 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Tefna?
There are 82 households in Tefna.
What is the literacy rate in Tefna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tefna is 77.14%. Male literacy is 86.34% and female literacy is 68.81%.