Tentulikupa - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Tentulikupa is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Gochhandengaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulikupa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulikupa is 422431. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Tentulikupa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentulikupa
As per Census 2011, Tentulikupa village has a total population of 211 people, consisting of 100 males and 111 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,110 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentulikupa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 100 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 84 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 36 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Tentulikupa
Tentulikupa 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 Tentulikupa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tentulikupa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kesinga to Tentulikupa is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Tentulikupa is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentulikupa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentulikupa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tentulikupa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentulikupa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tentulikupa
Where is Tentulikupa located?
Tentulikupa village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentulikupa?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulikupa is Gochhandengaon.
What is the pincode of Tentulikupa?
The pincode of Tentulikupa is 766102.
What is the population of Tentulikupa?
Tentulikupa has a total population of 211, including 100 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Tentulikupa?
There are 49 households in Tentulikupa.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulikupa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulikupa is 55.92%. Male literacy is 64.00% and female literacy is 48.65%.