Telem Pathar Village - Jonai, Dhemaji
Telem Pathar is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Telem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telem Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telem Pathar is 289368. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 787061 pincode. Silapathar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Telem Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Pathar
As per Census 2011, Telem Pathar village has a total population of 283 people, consisting of 130 males and 153 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,176 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 152 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 260 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telem Pathar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 283 | 130 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 117 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 52 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Telem Pathar
Telem Pathar 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 Pathar
Telem Pathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Telem Pathar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Silapathar to Telem Pathar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Telem Pathar is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telem Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telem Pathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Telem Pathar
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 Pathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telem Pathar
Where is Telem Pathar located?
Telem Pathar village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telem Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Telem Pathar is Telem.
What is the pincode of Telem Pathar?
The pincode of Telem Pathar is 787061.
What is the population of Telem Pathar?
Telem Pathar has a total population of 283, including 130 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Telem Pathar?
There are 51 households in Telem Pathar.
What is the literacy rate in Telem Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telem Pathar is 53.71%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 48.37%.