Tentaguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Tentaguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from Paparmetla and around 95 km from Malkangiri . Papermetla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentaguda is 430681. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Tentaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentaguda
As per Census 2011, Tentaguda village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 98 males and 109 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,112 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 98 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 98 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 51 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 47 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Tentaguda
Tentaguda 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 Tentaguda
Public transport in the Tentaguda 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 Balimela to Tentaguda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Tentaguda is about 95 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 Tentaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentaguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tentaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentaguda 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 Tentaguda
Where is Tentaguda located?
Tentaguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentaguda is Papermetla.
What is the pincode of Tentaguda?
The pincode of Tentaguda is 764051.
What is the population of Tentaguda?
Tentaguda has a total population of 207, including 98 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Tentaguda?
There are 51 households in Tentaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Tentaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentaguda is 36.71%. Male literacy is 52.04% and female literacy is 22.94%.