Tejam - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Tejam is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Umchiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tejam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tejam is 049113. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.91 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Tejam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tejam
As per Census 2011, Tejam village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 95 males and 95 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tejam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 95 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 73 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 22 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Tejam
Tejam 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 Tejam
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tejam.
| 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 Dharchula to Tejam is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Tejam is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tejam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tejam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tejam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tejam 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tejam
Where is Tejam located?
Tejam village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tejam?
The Gram Panchayat of Tejam is Umchiya.
What is the pincode of Tejam?
The pincode of Tejam is 262545.
What is the population of Tejam?
Tejam has a total population of 190, including 95 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Tejam?
There are 47 households in Tejam.
What is the literacy rate in Tejam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tejam is 74.74%. Male literacy is 76.84% and female literacy is 72.63%.