Tentulipokhari - Basta, Balasore
Tentulipokhari is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Basta and around 16 km from Baleshwar. Natakata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulipokhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulipokhari is 392351. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Tentulipokhari 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 Tentulipokhari
Tentulipokhari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kiapanasi | South-East | 0.64 km |
| Basantapur | West | 0.71 km |
| Chhindaghai | North | 0.85 km |
| Agarada | East | 1.19 km |
| Nischintapur | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Khandapasa | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Dhuliuda | East | 1.59 km |
| Demuria | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Hadmaud | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Bilcharansarpur | West | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tentulipokhari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tentulipokhari. The nearest railway station is Amarda Road, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Tentulipokhari is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Tentulipokhari is about 16 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 Tentulipokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentulipokhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tentulipokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentulipokhari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tentulipokhari
Where is Tentulipokhari located?
Tentulipokhari village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentulipokhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulipokhari is Natakata.
What is the pincode of Tentulipokhari?
The pincode of Tentulipokhari is 756029.