Uttar Tentulia - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Uttar Tentulia is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Nota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Tentulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Tentulia is 340431. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.72 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Uttar 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 Nayagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Tentulia
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Tentulia village had a total population of 671 people, including 351 males and 320 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.90%, with male literacy at 72.31% and female literacy at 56.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 387.
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 | 671 | 351 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 44 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 387 | 198 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 222 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 129 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Tentulia
Uttar 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 Uttar Tentulia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Uttar Tentulia.
| 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 Jhargram to Uttar Tentulia 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 Uttar Tentulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Tentulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar 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 Uttar Tentulia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Tentulia
Where is Uttar Tentulia located?
Uttar Tentulia village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Tentulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Tentulia is Nota.
What is the pincode of Uttar Tentulia?
The pincode of Uttar Tentulia is 721517.
What is the population of Uttar Tentulia?
Uttar Tentulia had a total population of 671, including 351 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Tentulia?
Uttar Tentulia had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Tentulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Tentulia was 64.90%. Male literacy was 72.31% and female literacy was 56.15%.