Telar Village - Islamnagar Aliganj, Jamui
Telar is a village situated in the Islamnagar Aliganj subdivision of Jamui district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Islamnagar Aliganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jamui. Kaitha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telar is 258546. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 811301 pincode. Jamui is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Telar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Telar
As per Census 2011, Telar village has a total population of 2,274 people, consisting of 1,202 males and 1,072 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 464 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,022 literate and 1,252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 562 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,274 | 1,202 | 1,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 234 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 302 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,022 | 638 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,252 | 564 | 688 |
Nearby Villages of Telar
Telar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandardip | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Dhanar | North | 1.03 km |
| Anjunar | West | 1.13 km |
| Chaurasa | East | 1.20 km |
| Nejai | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Parsanwan | East | 1.49 km |
| Bela | West | 1.64 km |
| Palsa | South | 1.80 km |
| Dihri | North | 1.85 km |
| Lakrahi | South-West | 1.99 km |
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 Dergaon Halt, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamui to Telar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Telar
Where is Telar located?
Telar village is located in Islamnagar Aliganj Subdivision, Jamui district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telar?
The Gram Panchayat of Telar is Kaitha.
What is the pincode of Telar?
The pincode of Telar is 811301.
What is the population of Telar?
Telar has a total population of 2,274, including 1,202 males and 1,072 females.
How many households are there in Telar?
There are 359 households in Telar.
What is the literacy rate in Telar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telar is 44.94%. Male literacy is 53.08% and female literacy is 35.82%.