Telua - Nautan, Pashchim Champaran
Telua is a village situated in the Nautan subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nautan and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dakshini Teluha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telua is 217443. The village covers a total geographical area of 1267 hectares and falls under the 845459 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Telua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Telua
According to the 2011 Census, Telua village had a total population of 15,787 people, including 8,300 males and 7,487 females, living in 3,221 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.22%, with male literacy at 56.68% and female literacy at 36.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,686, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 15,787 | 8,300 | 7,487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,119 | 1,598 | 1,521 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,686 | 863 | 823 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 5,982 | 3,799 | 2,183 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,805 | 4,501 | 5,304 |
Nearby Villages of Telua
Telua 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 Telua
Public transport in the Telua is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Telua is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Telua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Telua
Where is Telua located?
Telua village is located in Nautan Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Telua?
The Gram Panchayat of Telua is Dakshini Teluha.
What is the pincode of Telua?
The pincode of Telua is 845459.
What is the population of Telua?
Telua had a total population of 15,787, including 8,300 males and 7,487 females.
How many households are there in Telua?
Telua had 3,221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telua was 47.22%. Male literacy was 56.68% and female literacy was 36.59%.