Tejam
About Tejam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Tejam village is 049113. Tejam village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 44km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Umchiya is the gram panchayat of Tejam village.
The total geographical area of village is 28.91 hectares. Tejam has a total population of 190 peoples, out of which male population is 95 while female population is 95. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of tejam village is 74.74% out of which 76.84% males and 72.63% females are literate. There are about 47 houses in tejam village. Pincode of tejam village locality is 262545.
When it comes to administration, Tejam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Tejam village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to tejam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
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Population of Tejam
The population details of Tejam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 95 | 95 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 73 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 22 | 26 |
Connectivity of Tejam
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tejam
Where is Tejam located?
Tejam village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tejam?
The Gram Panchayat of Tejam is Umchiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tejam?
The pincode of Tejam is 262545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tejam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tejam is 190, with 95 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Tejam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tejam village has a total of 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tejam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tejam is 74.74%. The male literacy rate is 76.84%, while the female literacy rate is 72.63%.