Tentulia - Polasara, Ganjam
Tentulia is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Mala-tentulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulia is 411559. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentulia
According to the 2011 Census, Tentulia village had a total population of 3,059 people, including 1,549 males and 1,510 females, living in 709 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.48%, with male literacy at 77.63% and female literacy at 57.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 350.
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 | 3,059 | 1,549 | 1,510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 199 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 171 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,816 | 1,048 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,243 | 501 | 742 |
Nearby Villages of Tentulia
Tentulia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hansaralli | East | 1.03 km |
| Sanabaragam | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Nimina | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Khajuria | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Khairachata | South | 1.87 km |
| Narasingapalli | West | 2.00 km |
| Chirikipadasasan | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Bhabarada | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Banaramachandrapur | West | 2.41 km |
| Sunaribuguda | South-West | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tentulia
Tentulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Polasara to Tentulia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Tentulia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tentulia
Where is Tentulia located?
Tentulia village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tentulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulia is Mala-tentulia.
What is the pincode of Tentulia?
The pincode of Tentulia is 761105.
What is the population of Tentulia?
Tentulia had a total population of 3,059, including 1,549 males and 1,510 females.
How many households are there in Tentulia?
Tentulia had 709 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulia was 67.48%. Male literacy was 77.63% and female literacy was 57.27%.