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Tensa, India

Odisha · India

Tensa is a small town in Odisha, India with a population of 4,469. Elevation: 2,661 ft (811 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,469 Population 28/sq mi density
2,661 ft Elevation 811 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
58.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$1,400 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$1,400 median income, 5.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$9,000 home value, $28/mo rent

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About Tensa

Tensa is a Town Wonder Natural Hill Station in Sundargarh District in the Indian state of Odisha. It has been declared the best mine by the Director General of Mines Safety, Govt. of India. Its origins are unknown, but it is believed that it was a tribal settlement prior to industrialization. In 1960, it came under the auspices of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) Iron Mines. The township and ore processing plant were inaugurated by then governor of Odisha, Honourable Shri Yeshwant Narayan Sukthankar, on 25 April 1961.

People

Population4,469
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density28/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$1,400
Per Capita$1,350
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty24.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$9,000
Rent$28
Housing Units1,788
Rent Burden29.9%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain58.4 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation2,661 ft (811 m)
Population4,469
Population Density28 / sq mi
Elevation2,661 ft (811 m)
Coordinates21.8728°, 85.1713°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceOdisha
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation58.4 inches (1,483 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$1,400
Median Age27.0 years

About Tensa

Tensa is a small town in India (Odisha) with a population of 4,469. The city sits at an elevation of 2,661 feet (811 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Tensa has a population of 4,469 with a density of 28 people per square mile, spread across 159.8 square miles. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,469
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below India avg
159.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tensa vs India Average

The median household income in Tensa is $1,400, which is 98% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $1,350 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $26, 98% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 80 business establishments.

Income: Tensa vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$1,400
98% below India avg
Per Capita Income$1,350
Avg Weekly Wage$26

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above India avg
Poverty Rate24.5%
98% above India avg
Establishments (County)80

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tensa is $9,000, 97% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $28 (98% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,788 total housing units in the city. 29.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,000
97% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$28
98% below India avg
Rent Burden29.9%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,788

Property Tax

Tensa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,661 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average74.9°F
39% above India avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,661 ft (811 m)
Area159.8 sq mi (413.9 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates21.8728°N, 85.1713°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.4"
54% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.94"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.9 on Jun 12, 2021.

Jun 12, 2001 14 km NW of Sundargarh, India M4.8 132 km
Jun 21, 1995 33 km S of Kiri Buru, India M4.7 19 km
Mar 27, 1995 22 km NW of Deogarh, India M4.6 67 km
Mar 26, 2009 19 km SSE of Ch??b?sa, India M4.1 95 km
Jun 12, 2021 17 km WNW of T?lcher, India M3.9 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Fani (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Fani Category 4 157 km
2018 Titli Category 1 281 km
2013 Phailin Category 3 178 km
1999 Unnamed Category 5 166 km
1999 Unnamed Category 2 125 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
February 69°F (20°C) 1.2 in
March 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in
April 84°F (29°C) 0.8 in
May 86°F (30°C) 2.4 in Warmest
June 83°F (28°C) 8.8 in
July 78°F (25°C) 15.9 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 15.6 in
September 77°F (25°C) 8.7 in
October 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
December 63°F (17°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest

Tensa has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 63°F in December to 86°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 58.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.9") and December the driest (0.1").

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Train Stations in Tensa

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barsuan
Gaganaposh
Rakshi

Airports Near Tensa

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rourkela AirportRRKMedium Airport
Barbil Tonto Airstrip-Small Airport
Kendujhar Airport-Small Airport
Noamundi Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tensa

What is the population of Tensa?

Tensa has a population of 4,469 residents and is located in India. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 159.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tensa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $1,400, 98% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $9,000 (97% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $28 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Tensa?

Tensa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.4 inches.

How is the job market in Tensa?

The unemployment rate in Tensa is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $26. There are 80 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tensa?

The median home value in Tensa is $9,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $28.

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