Tentalakhol - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Tentalakhol is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Charamal and around 85 km from Sambalpur. Bharatapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentalakhol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentalakhol is 382367. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tentalakhol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentalakhol
As per Census 2011, Tentalakhol village has a total population of 87 people, consisting of 47 males and 40 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tentalakhol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 25 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Tentalakhol
Tentalakhol 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 Tentalakhol
Tentalakhol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Tentalakhol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Tentalakhol is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Tentalakhol is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentalakhol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentalakhol 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tentalakhol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentalakhol 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 Tentalakhol
Where is Tentalakhol located?
Tentalakhol village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tentalakhol?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentalakhol is Bharatapur.
What is the pincode of Tentalakhol?
The pincode of Tentalakhol is 768106.
What is the population of Tentalakhol?
Tentalakhol has a total population of 87, including 47 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Tentalakhol?
There are 20 households in Tentalakhol.
What is the literacy rate in Tentalakhol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentalakhol is 45.98%. Male literacy is 46.81% and female literacy is 45.00%.