Tentulimundi - Basta, Balasore
Tentulimundi is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Basta and around 44 km from Baleshwar. Purusottampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulimundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulimundi is 392313. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Tentulimundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Tentulimundi
Tentulimundi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kerandichak | West | 0.52 km |
| Purusottampur | East | 0.88 km |
| Kendukhunta | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Bagaldiha | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Sarisa | East | 1.29 km |
| Panasapada | North | 1.39 km |
| Chasipara | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Kasalpara | East | 1.78 km |
| Badhimunha | North | 1.87 km |
| Panchurukhi | South-East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tentulimundi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tentulimundi. The nearest railway station is Amarda Road, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Tentulimundi is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Tentulimundi is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentulimundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentulimundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tentulimundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentulimundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tentulimundi
Where is Tentulimundi located?
Tentulimundi village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentulimundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulimundi is Purusottampur.
What is the pincode of Tentulimundi?
The pincode of Tentulimundi is 756029.