Chhotatentuli - Oupada, Balasore
Chhotatentuli is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Oupada and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Talakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhotatentuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhotatentuli is 393367. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chhotatentuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhotatentuli
According to the 2011 Census, Chhotatentuli village had a total population of 83 people, including 39 males and 44 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.45%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 72.50%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 10 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Chhotatentuli
Chhotatentuli 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 Chhotatentuli
Chhotatentuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Chhotatentuli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Chhotatentuli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhotatentuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhotatentuli 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chhotatentuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhotatentuli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhotatentuli
Where is Chhotatentuli located?
Chhotatentuli village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhotatentuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhotatentuli is Talakia.
What is the pincode of Chhotatentuli?
The pincode of Chhotatentuli is 756049.
What is the population of Chhotatentuli?
Chhotatentuli had a total population of 83, including 39 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Chhotatentuli?
Chhotatentuli had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhotatentuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhotatentuli was 79.45%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 72.50%.