Tentulia - Banki, Cuttack
Tentulia is a village situated in the Banki tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banki and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Bandalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulia is 398914. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 754008 pincode. Banki is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentulia
As per Census 2011, Tentulia village has a total population of 2,177 people, consisting of 1,120 males and 1,057 females. The village has 532 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,870 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,177 | 1,120 | 1,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 126 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,142 | 585 | 557 |
| Literate Population | 1,870 | 971 | 899 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 149 | 158 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badanauput | North-West | 0.58 km |
| Bandalo | West | 1.81 km |
| Chasaanara | North | 2.05 km |
| Baulanga | East | 2.12 km |
| Paikianara | North | 2.40 km |
| Bishnupur | West | 2.61 km |
| Khandahata | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Hatamal | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Purunatigiria | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Sunthipal | West | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tentulia
Public transport in the Tentulia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarpeswar Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banki to Tentulia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Tentulia is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tentulia
Where is Tentulia located?
Tentulia village is located in Banki Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulia is Bandalo.
What is the pincode of Tentulia?
The pincode of Tentulia is 754008.
What is the population of Tentulia?
Tentulia has a total population of 2,177, including 1,120 males and 1,057 females.
How many households are there in Tentulia?
There are 532 households in Tentulia.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulia is 85.90%. Male literacy is 86.70% and female literacy is 85.05%.