Telia Dunga - Sibsagar, Sivasagar
Telia Dunga is a village situated in the Sibsagar subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sibsagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sivasagar. Dikhowmukh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telia Dunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telia Dunga is 292593. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.2 hectares and falls under the 785664 pincode. Sibsagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Telia Dunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sivasagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telia Dunga
As per Census 2011, Telia Dunga village has a total population of 976 people, consisting of 493 males and 483 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 787 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 222 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 431 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telia Dunga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 976 | 493 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 120 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 431 | 204 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 420 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 73 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Telia Dunga
Telia Dunga 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 Telia Dunga
Telia Dunga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sibsagar to Telia Dunga is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Telia Dunga is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telia Dunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telia Dunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Telia Dunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telia Dunga 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Telia Dunga
Where is Telia Dunga located?
Telia Dunga village is located in Sibsagar Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telia Dunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Telia Dunga is Dikhowmukh.
What is the pincode of Telia Dunga?
The pincode of Telia Dunga is 785664.
What is the population of Telia Dunga?
Telia Dunga has a total population of 976, including 493 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Telia Dunga?
There are 183 households in Telia Dunga.
What is the literacy rate in Telia Dunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telia Dunga is 80.64%. Male literacy is 85.19% and female literacy is 75.98%.