Tentulia - Kujang, Jagatsinghapur
Tentulia is a village situated in the Kujang tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kujang and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Patapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulia is 397244. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 754140 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 26 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 Paradeep Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentulia
According to the 2011 Census, Tentulia village had a total population of 842 people, including 432 males and 410 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.15%, with male literacy at 97.26% and female literacy at 82.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167.
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 | 842 | 432 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 89 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 390 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 42 | 86 |
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
Tentulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Tentulia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paradip to Tentulia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Tentulia is about 40 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 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tentulia
Where is Tentulia located?
Tentulia village is located in Kujang Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulia is Patapur.
What is the pincode of Tentulia?
The pincode of Tentulia is 754140.
What is the population of Tentulia?
Tentulia had a total population of 842, including 432 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Tentulia?
Tentulia had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulia was 90.15%. Male literacy was 97.26% and female literacy was 82.86%.