Telam - Katekalyan, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Telam is a village situated in the Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katekalyan and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Telam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telam is 450213. The village covers a total geographical area of 1385.49 hectares and falls under the 494552 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Telam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telam
As per Census 2011, Telam village has a total population of 1,355 people, consisting of 653 males and 702 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 1,241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,341 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,355 | 653 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 109 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,341 | 647 | 694 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 73 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,241 | 580 | 661 |
Nearby Villages of Telam
Telam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodaripal | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Dabba | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Tetam | West | 3.45 km |
| Nayanar | North | 3.55 km |
| Tumakpal | North-East | 4.64 km |
| Jihakodta | South-West | 5.18 km |
| Gudase | East | 6.02 km |
| Badelekhapal | North-West | 6.52 km |
| Atepal | South-West | 6.57 km |
| Bengloor | North | 6.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Telam. The nearest railway station is Kaklur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bade Bacheli to Telam is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Telam is about 50 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 Telam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Telam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telam
Where is Telam located?
Telam village is located in Katekalyan Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telam?
Telam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Telam?
The pincode of Telam is 494552.
What is the population of Telam?
Telam has a total population of 1,355, including 653 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Telam?
There are 271 households in Telam.
What is the literacy rate in Telam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telam is 8.41%. Male literacy is 11.18% and female literacy is 5.84%.