Tentuliguda - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Tentuliguda is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 92 km from Paparmetla and around 160 km from Malkangiri . Papermetla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentuliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentuliguda is 430688. The village covers a total geographical area of 246 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Tentuliguda 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 Tentuliguda
According to the 2011 Census, Tentuliguda village had a total population of 163 people, including 78 males and 85 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.98%, with male literacy at 25.42% and female literacy at 2.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 163.
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 | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 15 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 63 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Tentuliguda
Tentuliguda 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 Tentuliguda
Tentuliguda 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 5-10 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 Tentuliguda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Tentuliguda is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentuliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentuliguda 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 Tentuliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentuliguda 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 Tentuliguda
Where is Tentuliguda located?
Tentuliguda village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentuliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentuliguda is Papermetla.
What is the pincode of Tentuliguda?
The pincode of Tentuliguda is 764051.
What is the population of Tentuliguda?
Tentuliguda had a total population of 163, including 78 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Tentuliguda?
Tentuliguda had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tentuliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentuliguda was 12.98%. Male literacy was 25.42% and female literacy was 2.78%.