Tentuligochhi - Soro, Balasore
Tentuligochhi is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Soro and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Mulising serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentuligochhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentuligochhi is 393805. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tentuligochhi 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 Tentuligochhi
According to the 2011 Census, Tentuligochhi village had a total population of 320 people, including 175 males and 145 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.70%, with male literacy at 86.54% and female literacy at 66.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 320 | 175 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 135 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 40 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Tentuligochhi
Tentuligochhi 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 Tentuligochhi
Public transport in the Tentuligochhi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tentuligochhi.
| 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 Soro to Tentuligochhi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Tentuligochhi is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentuligochhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentuligochhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tentuligochhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentuligochhi 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 Tentuligochhi
Where is Tentuligochhi located?
Tentuligochhi village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tentuligochhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentuligochhi is Mulising.
What is the pincode of Tentuligochhi?
The pincode of Tentuligochhi is 756045.
What is the population of Tentuligochhi?
Tentuligochhi had a total population of 320, including 175 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Tentuligochhi?
Tentuligochhi had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tentuligochhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentuligochhi was 77.70%. Male literacy was 86.54% and female literacy was 66.39%.