Tentola - Salipur, Cuttack
Tentola is a village situated in the Salipur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Salepur and around 20 km from Cuttack. Tentol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentola is 399719. The village covers a total geographical area of 196 hectares and falls under the 754200 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tentola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentola
As per Census 2011, Tentola village has a total population of 2,799 people, consisting of 1,420 males and 1,379 females. The village has 651 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,938 literate and 861 illiterate residents. Additionally, 650 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,799 | 1,420 | 1,379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 123 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 650 | 317 | 333 |
| Literate Population | 1,938 | 1,084 | 854 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 336 | 525 |
Nearby Villages of Tentola
Tentola 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 Tentola
Tentola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Cuttack to Tentola is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tentola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tentola
Where is Tentola located?
Tentola village is located in Salipur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentola?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentola is Tentol.
What is the pincode of Tentola?
The pincode of Tentola is 754200.
What is the population of Tentola?
Tentola has a total population of 2,799, including 1,420 males and 1,379 females.
How many households are there in Tentola?
There are 651 households in Tentola.
What is the literacy rate in Tentola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentola is 69.24%. Male literacy is 76.34% and female literacy is 61.93%.