Tentulikhunti - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Tentulikhunti is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Charbahati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulikhunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulikhunti is 423777. The village covers a total geographical area of 601 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tentulikhunti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentulikhunti
As per Census 2011, Tentulikhunti village has a total population of 953 people, consisting of 476 males and 477 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 566 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentulikhunti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 953 | 476 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 70 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 276 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 276 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 200 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Tentulikhunti
Tentulikhunti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadopadar | West | 1.26 km |
| Pitaguda | North | 1.66 km |
| Borguda | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Kandhasargiguda | West | 2.23 km |
| Charbhati | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Sankriguda | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Balarampur | South | 2.89 km |
| Tentulipada | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Sorismal | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Kulihari | North-West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tentulikhunti
Tentulikhunti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.1 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Tentulikhunti is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Tentulikhunti is about 36 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 Tentulikhunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentulikhunti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tentulikhunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentulikhunti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tentulikhunti
Where is Tentulikhunti located?
Tentulikhunti village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentulikhunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulikhunti is Charbahati.
What is the pincode of Tentulikhunti?
The pincode of Tentulikhunti is 766014.
What is the population of Tentulikhunti?
Tentulikhunti has a total population of 953, including 476 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Tentulikhunti?
There are 234 households in Tentulikhunti.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulikhunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulikhunti is 46.27%. Male literacy is 57.98% and female literacy is 34.59%.