Teva - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Teva is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 90 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Tewa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Teva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teva is 044217. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.88 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Teva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Teva
As per Census 2011, Teva village has a total population of 474 people, consisting of 240 males and 234 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 340 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Teva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 240 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 88 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 203 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 37 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Teva
Teva 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Moldhar | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Burkot | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Pujaldi | South | 1.53 km |
| Munglauri | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Odars | South | 2.67 km |
| Naya Digon | West | 3.08 km |
| Chak Pot | South | 3.28 km |
| Thikmal Duguda | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Purana Digon | West | 3.50 km |
| Kinsu | South-West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Teva
Public transport in the Teva is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Teva is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Teva is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Teva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teva 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 Teva
Where is Teva located?
Teva village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Teva?
The Gram Panchayat of Teva is Tewa.
What is the pincode of Teva?
The pincode of Teva is 249180.
What is the population of Teva?
Teva has a total population of 474, including 240 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Teva?
There are 93 households in Teva.
What is the literacy rate in Teva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teva is 71.73%. Male literacy is 84.58% and female literacy is 58.55%.