Tentuligada - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Tentuligada is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tikaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentuligada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentuligada is 415954. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tentuligada 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 Tentuligada
According to the 2011 Census, Tentuligada village had a total population of 565 people, including 294 males and 271 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.36%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 60.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 565 | 294 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 145 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 242 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 52 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Tentuligada
Tentuligada 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 Tentuligada
Tentuligada 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 <5 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 Tentuligada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tentuligada 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 Tentuligada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentuligada 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tentuligada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentuligada 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tentuligada
Where is Tentuligada located?
Tentuligada village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentuligada?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentuligada is Tikaballi.
What is the pincode of Tentuligada?
The pincode of Tentuligada is 762010.
What is the population of Tentuligada?
Tentuligada had a total population of 565, including 294 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Tentuligada?
Tentuligada had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tentuligada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentuligada was 76.36%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 60.32%.