Tentulia - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Tentulia is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandari Pokhari and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Sanasasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulia is 394455. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 756120 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 34 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 Bhandaripokhari 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 610 people, consisting of 310 males and 300 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 316 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 310 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 157 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 256 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 54 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Tentulia
Tentulia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badakantapada | South-East | 0.59 km |
| Gavigadia | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Nami | West | 1.47 km |
| Mantagaria | South | 1.57 km |
| Sankhula | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Ranipada | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Sunagadia | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Chhanchina | North | 1.89 km |
| Pangirasasanparadihi | North | 2.07 km |
| Sansasan | South | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tentulia
Tentulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manjuri Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.6 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Tentulia is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Tentulia is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tentulia
Where is Tentulia located?
Tentulia village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulia is Sanasasan.
What is the pincode of Tentulia?
The pincode of Tentulia is 756120.
What is the population of Tentulia?
Tentulia has a total population of 610, including 310 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Tentulia?
There are 129 households in Tentulia.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulia is 78.52%. Male literacy is 82.58% and female literacy is 74.33%.