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
According to the 2011 Census, Telgaon village had a total population of 781 people, including 390 males and 391 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.76%, with male literacy at 90.83% and female literacy at 72.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 390.
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 | 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 had a total population of 781, including 390 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Telgaon?
Telgaon had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telgaon was 81.76%. Male literacy was 90.83% and female literacy was 72.81%.