Tentulijharia - Subdega, Sundargarh
Tentulijharia is a village situated in the Subdega tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Talasara and around 42 km from Sundargarh. Karumkel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tentulijharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tentulijharia is 384024. The village covers a total geographical area of 665 hectares and falls under the 770074 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tentulijharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tentulijharia
According to the 2011 Census, Tentulijharia village had a total population of 531 people, including 268 males and 263 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.52%, with male literacy at 66.95% and female literacy at 53.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 451.
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 | 531 | 268 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 451 | 224 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 158 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 110 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Tentulijharia
Tentulijharia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikatjore | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Rengali | West | 2.21 km |
| Bhalutungri | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Hutopani | North | 3.14 km |
| Simdega | South | 3.47 km |
| Runipani | East | 3.88 km |
| Titheitangar | North | 3.88 km |
| Fataimunda | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Talsara | West | 4.77 km |
| Sapdagar | West | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tentulijharia
Public transport in the Tentulijharia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tangarmunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sundargarh to Tentulijharia is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Tentulijharia is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tentulijharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tentulijharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tentulijharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tentulijharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tentulijharia
Where is Tentulijharia located?
Tentulijharia village is located in Subdega Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tentulijharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Tentulijharia is Karumkel.
What is the pincode of Tentulijharia?
The pincode of Tentulijharia is 770074.
What is the population of Tentulijharia?
Tentulijharia had a total population of 531, including 268 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Tentulijharia?
Tentulijharia had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tentulijharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tentulijharia was 60.52%. Male literacy was 66.95% and female literacy was 53.78%.