Tentelkhunti - Patnagarh, Balangir
Tentelkhunti is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Sunamudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentelkhunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentelkhunti is 420647. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Tentelkhunti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentelkhunti
As per Census 2011, Tentelkhunti village has a total population of 543 people, consisting of 289 males and 254 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentelkhunti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 543 | 289 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 42 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 215 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 74 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Tentelkhunti
Tentelkhunti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhelkhai | North | 1.23 km |
| Diadumer | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Dhubalpara | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Naktasar | West | 2.13 km |
| Bhainsa | South | 2.33 km |
| Pipalkani | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Sunamudi | West | 3.70 km |
| Ghunghutipali | North | 3.71 km |
| Barpita | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Sarmuhan | South-West | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tentelkhunti
Tentelkhunti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balangir, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.1 km.
| 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 Patnagarh to Tentelkhunti is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Tentelkhunti is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentelkhunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentelkhunti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tentelkhunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentelkhunti 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tentelkhunti
Where is Tentelkhunti located?
Tentelkhunti village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentelkhunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentelkhunti is Sunamudi.
What is the pincode of Tentelkhunti?
The pincode of Tentelkhunti is 767025.
What is the population of Tentelkhunti?
Tentelkhunti has a total population of 543, including 289 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Tentelkhunti?
There are 146 households in Tentelkhunti.
What is the literacy rate in Tentelkhunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentelkhunti is 67.59%. Male literacy is 74.39% and female literacy is 59.84%.