Chhotatentuli - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Chhotatentuli is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Khankira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhotatentuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhotatentuli is 402770. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 759016 pincode. Tangi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chhotatentuli 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 Chhotatentuli
According to the 2011 Census, Chhotatentuli village had a total population of 597 people, including 315 males and 282 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.26%, with male literacy at 79.92% and female literacy at 57.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 320.
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 | 597 | 315 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 320 | 162 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 211 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 104 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Chhotatentuli
Chhotatentuli 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 Chhotatentuli
Public transport in the Chhotatentuli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tangi to Chhotatentuli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Chhotatentuli is about 28 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 Chhotatentuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhotatentuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhotatentuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhotatentuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhotatentuli
Where is Chhotatentuli located?
Chhotatentuli village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhotatentuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhotatentuli is Khankira.
What is the pincode of Chhotatentuli?
The pincode of Chhotatentuli is 759016.
What is the population of Chhotatentuli?
Chhotatentuli had a total population of 597, including 315 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Chhotatentuli?
Chhotatentuli had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhotatentuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhotatentuli was 69.26%. Male literacy was 79.92% and female literacy was 57.38%.