Telar Village - Piro, Bhojpur
Telar is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Katariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telar is 247342. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 802202 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Telar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telar
As per Census 2011, Telar village has a total population of 2,930 people, consisting of 1,572 males and 1,358 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,033 literate and 897 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,930 | 1,572 | 1,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 193 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 2,033 | 1,250 | 783 |
| Illiterate Population | 897 | 322 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Telar
Telar 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 Telar
Telar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Telar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Telar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Telar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Telar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telar
Where is Telar located?
Telar village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telar?
The Gram Panchayat of Telar is Katariya.
What is the pincode of Telar?
The pincode of Telar is 802202.
What is the population of Telar?
Telar has a total population of 2,930, including 1,572 males and 1,358 females.
How many households are there in Telar?
There are 380 households in Telar.
What is the literacy rate in Telar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telar is 69.39%. Male literacy is 79.52% and female literacy is 57.66%.