New Telam - New Seren Circle, Lower Siang
New Telam is a village situated in the New Seren Circle of Lower Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from New Seren and around 75 km from Pasighat. New Telam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Telam is 263851. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 791121 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
New Telam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of New Telam
As per Census 2011, New Telam village has a total population of 348 people, consisting of 163 males and 185 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for New Telam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 348 | 163 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 74 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 106 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 57 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of New Telam
New Telam 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 New Telam
New Telam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of New Telam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pasighat to New Telam is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New Telam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Telam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in New Telam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Telam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about New Telam
Where is New Telam located?
New Telam village is located in New Seren Circle Circle, Lower Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of New Telam?
New Telam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of New Telam?
The pincode of New Telam is 791121.
What is the population of New Telam?
New Telam has a total population of 348, including 163 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in New Telam?
There are 78 households in New Telam.
What is the literacy rate in New Telam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Telam is 65.23%. Male literacy is 65.03% and female literacy is 65.41%.