No.1 Telam - Jonai, Dhemaji
No.1 Telam is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Telem serves as the Gaon Panchayat for No.1 Telam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of No.1 Telam is 289361. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 787061 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
No.1 Telam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of No.1 Telam
According to the 2011 Census, No.1 Telam village had a total population of 592 people, including 293 males and 299 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.79%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 56.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 592 | 293 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 172 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 121 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of No.1 Telam
No.1 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 No.1 Telam
No.1 Telam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. No.1 Telam has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silapathar to No.1 Telam is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to No.1 Telam is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in No.1 Telam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for No.1 Telam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in No.1 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 No.1 Telam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about No.1 Telam
Where is No.1 Telam located?
No.1 Telam village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of No.1 Telam?
The Gaon Panchayat of No.1 Telam is Telem.
What is the pincode of No.1 Telam?
The pincode of No.1 Telam is 787061.
What is the population of No.1 Telam?
No.1 Telam had a total population of 592, including 293 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in No.1 Telam?
No.1 Telam had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in No.1 Telam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of No.1 Telam was 61.79%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 56.86%.