Tentalapur - Nischintakoili, Cuttack
Tentalapur is a village situated in the Nischintakoili tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nischintakoili and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Baliapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentalapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentalapur is 399763. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 754207 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Tentalapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentalapur
According to the 2011 Census, Tentalapur village had a total population of 985 people, including 509 males and 476 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.22%, with male literacy at 94.71% and female literacy at 85.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 985 | 509 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 430 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 79 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Tentalapur
Tentalapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankilo | East | 0.84 km |
| Murudabada | North | 0.87 km |
| Badafatepur | West | 0.90 km |
| Kulabadakhir | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Panchasarangabalarampur | West | 1.42 km |
| Sahadebpur | South | 1.55 km |
| Pithapada | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Baliapada | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Kuandol | South | 2.12 km |
| Ramachandrapur | North-East | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tentalapur
Public transport in the Tentalapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Banbihari Gwalipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Tentalapur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Tentalapur is about 45 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 Tentalapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentalapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tentalapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentalapur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tentalapur
Where is Tentalapur located?
Tentalapur village is located in Nischintakoili Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentalapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentalapur is Baliapada.
What is the pincode of Tentalapur?
The pincode of Tentalapur is 754207.
What is the population of Tentalapur?
Tentalapur had a total population of 985, including 509 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Tentalapur?
Tentalapur had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tentalapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentalapur was 90.22%. Male literacy was 94.71% and female literacy was 85.41%.