Tentulia - Simulia, Balasore
Tentulia is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 56 km from Similia and around 56 km from Baleshwar. Badajaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulia is 394045. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
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 Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentulia
As per Census 2011, Tentulia village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 202 males and 227 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,123 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 142 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 202 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 142 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 60 | 82 |
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
Tentulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tentulia.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Tentulia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Tentulia is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tentulia
Where is Tentulia located?
Tentulia village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulia is Badajaypur.
What is the pincode of Tentulia?
The pincode of Tentulia is 756134.
What is the population of Tentulia?
Tentulia has a total population of 429, including 202 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Tentulia?
There are 83 households in Tentulia.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulia is 66.90%. Male literacy is 70.30% and female literacy is 63.88%.