Telem Lakhipur - Jonai, Dhemaji
Telem Lakhipur is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Telem serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Telem Lakhipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telem Lakhipur is 289365. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 787061 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Telem Lakhipur 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 Telem Lakhipur
According to the 2011 Census, Telem Lakhipur village had a total population of 486 people, including 244 males and 242 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.00%, with male literacy at 46.53% and female literacy at 39.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 242.
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 | 486 | 244 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 114 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 94 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 150 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Telem Lakhipur
Telem Lakhipur 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 Telem Lakhipur
Telem Lakhipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Telem Lakhipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silapathar to Telem Lakhipur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Telem Lakhipur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telem Lakhipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telem Lakhipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Telem Lakhipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telem Lakhipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Telem Lakhipur
Where is Telem Lakhipur located?
Telem Lakhipur village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Telem Lakhipur?
The Gaon Panchayat of Telem Lakhipur is Telem.
What is the pincode of Telem Lakhipur?
The pincode of Telem Lakhipur is 787061.
What is the population of Telem Lakhipur?
Telem Lakhipur had a total population of 486, including 244 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Telem Lakhipur?
Telem Lakhipur had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telem Lakhipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telem Lakhipur was 43.00%. Male literacy was 46.53% and female literacy was 39.39%.