Telgaon - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Telgaon is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Khursipar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telgaon is 441001. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.53 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Dongargaon is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Telgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telgaon
As per Census 2011, Telgaon village has a total population of 781 people, consisting of 390 males and 391 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 556 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 390 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 781 | 390 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 195 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 307 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 83 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Telgaon
Telgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bital | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Haidalkodo | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Pande Tola | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Khursipar | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Bagdwar | South | 3.18 km |
| Purram Tola | North | 3.37 km |
| Jhala Tola | West | 3.43 km |
| Arsi Tola | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Kokpur | North | 3.73 km |
| Padguda | East | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telgaon
Telgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Dongargaon to Telgaon is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Telgaon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Telgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telgaon 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 Telgaon
Where is Telgaon located?
Telgaon village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Telgaon is Khursipar.
What is the pincode of Telgaon?
The pincode of Telgaon is 491558.
What is the population of Telgaon?
Telgaon has a total population of 781, including 390 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Telgaon?
There are 149 households in Telgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Telgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telgaon is 71.19%. Male literacy is 78.72% and female literacy is 63.68%.