Tertanga - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Tertanga is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Alavar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tertanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tertanga is 398332. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tertanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tertanga
According to the 2011 Census, Tertanga village had a total population of 608 people, including 309 males and 299 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.21%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 72.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 608 | 309 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 224 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 85 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Tertanga
Tertanga 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 Tertanga
Tertanga 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 | 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 Jagatsinghapur to Tertanga is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tertanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tertanga 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tertanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tertanga 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tertanga
Where is Tertanga located?
Tertanga village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tertanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Tertanga is Alavar.
What is the pincode of Tertanga?
The pincode of Tertanga is 754108.
What is the population of Tertanga?
Tertanga had a total population of 608, including 309 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Tertanga?
Tertanga had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tertanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tertanga was 77.21%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 72.06%.