Tentuliguma - Boipariguda, Koraput
Tentuliguma is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Tentuliguma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentuliguma is 429348. The village covers a total geographical area of 2808 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Tentuliguma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentuliguma
According to the 2011 Census, Tentuliguma village had a total population of 1,385 people, including 777 males and 608 females, living in 292 households. The sex ratio was 782 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.04%, with male literacy at 59.74% and female literacy at 26.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 211, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,084.
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 | 1,385 | 777 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 161 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 107 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,084 | 605 | 479 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 368 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 890 | 409 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Tentuliguma
Tentuliguma 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 Tentuliguma
Tentuliguma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rayagada to Tentuliguma is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Tentuliguma is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentuliguma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentuliguma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tentuliguma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentuliguma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tentuliguma
Where is Tentuliguma located?
Tentuliguma village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentuliguma?
Tentuliguma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tentuliguma?
The pincode of Tentuliguma is 764043.
What is the population of Tentuliguma?
Tentuliguma had a total population of 1,385, including 777 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Tentuliguma?
Tentuliguma had 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tentuliguma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentuliguma was 45.04%. Male literacy was 59.74% and female literacy was 26.29%.