Tentulia - Soro, Balasore
Tentulia is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Soro and around 47 km from Baleshwar. Tentei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulia is 394005. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 756046 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentulia
According to the 2011 Census, Tentulia village had a total population of 347 people, including 189 males and 158 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.49%, with male literacy at 96.32% and female literacy at 83.80%.
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 | 347 | 189 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 157 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 32 | 39 |
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
Public transport in the Tentulia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tentulia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Soro to Tentulia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Tentulia is about 47 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 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 >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tentulia
Where is Tentulia located?
Tentulia village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tentulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulia is Tentei.
What is the pincode of Tentulia?
The pincode of Tentulia is 756046.
What is the population of Tentulia?
Tentulia had a total population of 347, including 189 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Tentulia?
Tentulia had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulia was 90.49%. Male literacy was 96.32% and female literacy was 83.80%.