Telia Gaon - Thelamara, Sonitpur
Telia Gaon is a village situated in the Thelamara subdivision of Sonitpur district, Assam. It is located approximately 170 km from Dhekiajuli and around 44 km from Tezpur. Borgaon serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Telia Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telia Gaon is 285736. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.15 hectares and falls under the 784149 pincode. Dhekiajuli is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Telia Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tezpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sonitpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telia Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Telia Gaon village had a total population of 1,872 people, including 850 males and 1,022 females, living in 469 households. The sex ratio was 1,202 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.91%, with male literacy at 67.07% and female literacy at 57.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 243.
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 | 1,872 | 850 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 97 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 119 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 505 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 827 | 345 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Telia Gaon
Telia Gaon 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 Gaon
Telia Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhekiajuli to Telia Gaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tezpur to Telia Gaon is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telia Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telia Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Telia Gaon
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 Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Telia Gaon
Where is Telia Gaon located?
Telia Gaon village is located in Thelamara Subdivision, Sonitpur district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Telia Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Telia Gaon is Borgaon.
What is the pincode of Telia Gaon?
The pincode of Telia Gaon is 784149.
What is the population of Telia Gaon?
Telia Gaon had a total population of 1,872, including 850 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Telia Gaon?
Telia Gaon had 469 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telia Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telia Gaon was 61.91%. Male literacy was 67.07% and female literacy was 57.75%.