Tentuliapatna - Dhenkanal Sadar, Dhenkanal
Tentuliapatna is a village situated in the Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhenkanal Sadar and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Sankarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentuliapatna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentuliapatna is 403376. The village covers a total geographical area of 393 hectares and falls under the 759013 pincode. Athagad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tentuliapatna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Tentuliapatna
As per Census 2011, Tentuliapatna village has a total population of 1,919 people, consisting of 967 males and 952 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,326 literate and 593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 476 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentuliapatna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,919 | 967 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 124 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 476 | 238 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 1,326 | 736 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 593 | 231 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Tentuliapatna
Tentuliapatna 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 Tentuliapatna
Tentuliapatna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athagad to Tentuliapatna is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Tentuliapatna is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentuliapatna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentuliapatna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tentuliapatna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentuliapatna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tentuliapatna
Where is Tentuliapatna located?
Tentuliapatna village is located in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentuliapatna?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentuliapatna is Sankarpur.
What is the pincode of Tentuliapatna?
The pincode of Tentuliapatna is 759013.
What is the population of Tentuliapatna?
Tentuliapatna has a total population of 1,919, including 967 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Tentuliapatna?
There are 420 households in Tentuliapatna.
What is the literacy rate in Tentuliapatna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentuliapatna is 69.10%. Male literacy is 76.11% and female literacy is 61.97%.