Tentei - Soro, Balasore
Tentei is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Soro and around 48 km from Baleshwar. Tentei village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentei is 394006. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 756046 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Tentei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentei
As per Census 2011, Tentei village has a total population of 2,563 people, consisting of 1,340 males and 1,223 females. The village has 627 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,583 literate and 980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,906 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,563 | 1,340 | 1,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 201 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,906 | 987 | 919 |
| Literate Population | 1,583 | 929 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 980 | 411 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Tentei
Tentei 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Solagan | East | 1.02 km |
| Pakhar | North | 1.73 km |
| Balarampur | West | 1.93 km |
| Aharpur | East | 2.00 km |
| Mulakaeda | East | 2.16 km |
| Mallipur | North | 2.66 km |
| Balanga | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Parsurampur | East | 2.72 km |
| Kantabanki | West | 2.96 km |
| Gud | South-East | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tentei
Public transport in the Tentei is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Soro to Tentei is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Tentei is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tentei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentei village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tentei
Where is Tentei located?
Tentei village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentei?
Tentei is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tentei?
The pincode of Tentei is 756046.
What is the population of Tentei?
Tentei has a total population of 2,563, including 1,340 males and 1,223 females.
How many households are there in Tentei?
There are 627 households in Tentei.
What is the literacy rate in Tentei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentei is 61.76%. Male literacy is 69.33% and female literacy is 53.48%.