Tentulia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Tentulia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Karada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulia is 417607. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 45 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 G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentulia
As per Census 2011, Tentulia village has a total population of 251 people, consisting of 134 males and 117 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 251 | 134 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 63 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 71 | 79 |
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
Public transport in the Tentulia is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Tentulia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tentulia is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 2-5 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 Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulia is Karada.
What is the pincode of Tentulia?
The pincode of Tentulia is 762101.
What is the population of Tentulia?
Tentulia has a total population of 251, including 134 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Tentulia?
There are 54 households in Tentulia.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulia is 40.24%. Male literacy is 47.01% and female literacy is 32.48%.