Tentulia
Tentulia is a village located in Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Polasara (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Mala Tentulia is the gram panchayat of Tentulia village.
Here you can discover what makes Tentulia unique in its vibrant Polasara-Ganjam region. You’ll see Tentulia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tentulia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tentulia is 411559. The village spans a total geographical area of 159 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761105. Polasara is nearest town to Tentulia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Tentulia
Population of Tentulia
According to the 2011 Census, Tentulia has a total population of about 3,059, with approximately 1,549 males and 1,510 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 368 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 350 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.37%, with male literacy at about 67.66% and female literacy near 50.86%. There are around 709 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tentulia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,059 | 1,549 | 1,510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 199 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 171 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,816 | 1,048 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,243 | 501 | 742 |
Connectivity of Tentulia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tentulia. As per the 2011 stats, Tentulia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tentulia
Knowing the nearby villages of Tentulia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tentulia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tentulia
- Where is Tentulia located?
- Tentulia village is situated in Polasara Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tentulia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tentulia is Mala Tentulia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tentulia?
- The pincode of Tentulia is 761105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tentulia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tentulia is 3,059, with 1,549 males and 1,510 females.
- How many households are there in Tentulia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tentulia village has a total of 709 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tentulia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tentulia is 59.37%. The male literacy rate is 67.66%, while the female literacy rate is 50.86%.