Tentapali - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Tentapali is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 130 km from Jodamba and around 165 km from Malkangiri . Panasput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentapali is 430834. The village covers a total geographical area of 1178 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Tentapali 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 Tentapali
As per Census 2011, Tentapali village has a total population of 357 people, consisting of 182 males and 175 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 349 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 182 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 176 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 86 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 96 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Tentapali
Tentapali 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 Tentapali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tentapali.
| 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 Malkangiri to Tentapali is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Tentapali is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentapali 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 Tentapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentapali 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 Tentapali
Where is Tentapali located?
Tentapali village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentapali is Panasput.
What is the pincode of Tentapali?
The pincode of Tentapali is 764052.
What is the population of Tentapali?
Tentapali has a total population of 357, including 182 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Tentapali?
There are 73 households in Tentapali.
What is the literacy rate in Tentapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentapali is 37.82%. Male literacy is 47.25% and female literacy is 28.00%.