Tentulipadar - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Tentulipadar is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Tentulipadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulipadar is 428623. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Tentulipadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentulipadar
As per Census 2011, Tentulipadar village has a total population of 720 people, consisting of 337 males and 383 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 561 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentulipadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 337 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 71 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 63 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 561 | 263 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 140 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 197 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Tentulipadar
Tentulipadar 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 Tentulipadar
Public transport in the Tentulipadar 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 Sunabeda to Tentulipadar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Tentulipadar is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentulipadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentulipadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tentulipadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentulipadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tentulipadar
Where is Tentulipadar located?
Tentulipadar village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentulipadar?
Tentulipadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tentulipadar?
The pincode of Tentulipadar is 764014.
What is the population of Tentulipadar?
Tentulipadar has a total population of 720, including 337 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Tentulipadar?
There are 170 households in Tentulipadar.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulipadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulipadar is 28.33%. Male literacy is 41.54% and female literacy is 16.71%.