Tentulia - Patrapur, Ganjam
Tentulia is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from Jarada and around 97 km from Chatrapur. Turubudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulia is 413108. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 761209 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 76 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 Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentulia
As per Census 2011, Tentulia village has a total population of 108 people, consisting of 53 males and 55 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 32 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 24 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 29 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Tentulia
Tentulia 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 Tentulia
Public transport in the Tentulia 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Tentulia is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Tentulia is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tentulia
Where is Tentulia located?
Tentulia village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulia is Turubudi.
What is the pincode of Tentulia?
The pincode of Tentulia is 761209.
What is the population of Tentulia?
Tentulia has a total population of 108, including 53 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Tentulia?
There are 28 households in Tentulia.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulia is 29.63%. Male literacy is 45.28% and female literacy is 14.55%.