Tentelkurla
Tentelkurla is a village located in Dhama tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Dhama (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Bargaon is the gram panchayat of Tentelkurla village.
Here you can discover what makes Tentelkurla unique in its vibrant Dhama-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Tentelkurla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tentelkurla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tentelkurla is 382240. The village spans a total geographical area of 178 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768113. Sambalpur is nearest town to Tentelkurla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tentelkurla village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tentelkurla
Population of Tentelkurla
According to the 2011 Census, Tentelkurla has a total population of about 501, with approximately 264 males and 237 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 214 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 171. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.64%, with male literacy at about 84.47% and female literacy near 76.37%. There are around 124 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tentelkurla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 264 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 23 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 223 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 41 | 56 |
Connectivity of Tentelkurla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tentelkurla. As per the 2011 stats, Tentelkurla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tentelkurla
Knowing the nearby villages of Tentelkurla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tentelkurla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tentelkurla
- Where is Tentelkurla located?
- Tentelkurla village is situated in Dhama Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tentelkurla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tentelkurla is Bargaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tentelkurla?
- The pincode of Tentelkurla is 768113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tentelkurla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tentelkurla is 501, with 264 males and 237 females.
- How many households are there in Tentelkurla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tentelkurla village has a total of 124 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tentelkurla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tentelkurla is 80.64%. The male literacy rate is 84.47%, while the female literacy rate is 76.37%.