Tentulia - Gopabandhunagar, Mayurbhanj
Tentulia is a village situated in the Gopabandhunagar tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Khunta and around 40 km from Baripada. Ranibandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulia is 390913. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Tentulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentulia
As per Census 2011, Tentulia village has a total population of 335 people, consisting of 168 males and 167 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 234 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentulia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 168 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 119 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 111 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 57 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Tentulia
Tentulia 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 Tentulia
Tentulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Tentulia is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Tentulia is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tentulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tentulia
Where is Tentulia located?
Tentulia village is located in Gopabandhunagar Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulia is Ranibandha.
What is the pincode of Tentulia?
The pincode of Tentulia is 757019.
What is the population of Tentulia?
Tentulia has a total population of 335, including 168 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Tentulia?
There are 88 households in Tentulia.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulia is 60.60%. Male literacy is 66.07% and female literacy is 55.09%.