Tentuldanga
Tentuldanga is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Tentuldanga village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chandri is the gram panchayat of Tentuldanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Tentuldanga unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Tentuldanga’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 Tentuldanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tentuldanga is 339902. The village spans a total geographical area of 12.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Tentuldanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tentuldanga 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 Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tentuldanga
Population of Tentuldanga
According to the 2011 Census, Tentuldanga has a total population of about 168, with approximately 89 males and 79 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 21 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.95%, with male literacy at about 62.92% and female literacy near 48.10%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tentuldanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 89 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 94 | 56 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 33 | 41 |
Connectivity of Tentuldanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tentuldanga. As per the 2011 stats, Tentuldanga 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 Tentuldanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Tentuldanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tentuldanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tentuldanga
- Where is Tentuldanga located?
- Tentuldanga village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tentuldanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tentuldanga is Chandri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tentuldanga?
- The pincode of Tentuldanga is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tentuldanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tentuldanga is 168, with 89 males and 79 females.
- How many households are there in Tentuldanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tentuldanga village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tentuldanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tentuldanga is 55.95%. The male literacy rate is 62.92%, while the female literacy rate is 48.10%.