Tentuliapalli - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Tentuliapalli is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Madhyakhanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentuliapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentuliapalli is 405512. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Tentuliapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentuliapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Tentuliapalli village had a total population of 277 people, including 159 males and 118 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 742 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.60%, with male literacy at 85.81% and female literacy at 52.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 277 | 159 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 127 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 32 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Tentuliapalli
Tentuliapalli 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 Tentuliapalli
Tentuliapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Tentuliapalli has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Tentuliapalli is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentuliapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentuliapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tentuliapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentuliapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tentuliapalli
Where is Tentuliapalli located?
Tentuliapalli village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentuliapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentuliapalli is Madhyakhanda.
What is the pincode of Tentuliapalli?
The pincode of Tentuliapalli is 752084.
What is the population of Tentuliapalli?
Tentuliapalli had a total population of 277, including 159 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Tentuliapalli?
Tentuliapalli had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tentuliapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentuliapalli was 71.60%. Male literacy was 85.81% and female literacy was 52.29%.