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
According to the 2011 Census, New Telam village had a total population of 348 people, including 163 males and 185 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.01%, with male literacy at 77.94% and female literacy at 78.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 348 | 163 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 348, including 163 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in New Telam?
New Telam had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Telam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Telam was 78.01%. Male literacy was 77.94% and female literacy was 78.06%.