Tentulia - Baghmara-Cum-Katras, Dhanbad
Tentulia is a village situated in the Baghmara-Cum-Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Tetulia-1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulia is 361536. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 828125 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Tentulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentulia
As per Census 2011, Tentulia village has a total population of 3,228 people, consisting of 1,686 males and 1,542 females. The village has 706 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,818 literate and 1,410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,762 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,228 | 1,686 | 1,542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 242 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,762 | 904 | 858 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 56 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,818 | 1,120 | 698 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,410 | 566 | 844 |
Nearby Villages of Tentulia
Tentulia 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 Tentulia
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tentulia. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Tentulia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Tentulia is about 22 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 Tentulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tentulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentulia 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 Tentulia
Where is Tentulia located?
Tentulia village is located in Baghmara-Cum-Katras Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulia is Tetulia-1.
What is the pincode of Tentulia?
The pincode of Tentulia is 828125.
What is the population of Tentulia?
Tentulia has a total population of 3,228, including 1,686 males and 1,542 females.
How many households are there in Tentulia?
There are 706 households in Tentulia.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulia is 56.32%. Male literacy is 66.43% and female literacy is 45.27%.