Telaidhar - Batouli, Surguja
Telaidhar is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Telaidhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telaidhar is 433510. The village covers a total geographical area of 875.9 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Telaidhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telaidhar
As per Census 2011, Telaidhar village has a total population of 2,348 people, consisting of 1,181 males and 1,167 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,279 literate and 1,069 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,708 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telaidhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,348 | 1,181 | 1,167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 148 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,708 | 856 | 852 |
| Literate Population | 1,279 | 754 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 427 | 642 |
Nearby Villages of Telaidhar
Telaidhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vishunpur | West | 2.05 km |
| Bataikela | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Karabel | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Raikera | South | 3.10 km |
| Sahanpur | East | 3.17 km |
| Bhusu | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Maheshpur | North | 3.74 km |
| Bamlaya | South | 3.95 km |
| Balampur | West | 3.98 km |
| Kapatbahari | North-West | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telaidhar
Telaidhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Telaidhar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Telaidhar is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telaidhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telaidhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Telaidhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telaidhar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Telaidhar
Where is Telaidhar located?
Telaidhar village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telaidhar?
Telaidhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Telaidhar?
The pincode of Telaidhar is 497101.
What is the population of Telaidhar?
Telaidhar has a total population of 2,348, including 1,181 males and 1,167 females.
How many households are there in Telaidhar?
There are 535 households in Telaidhar.
What is the literacy rate in Telaidhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telaidhar is 54.47%. Male literacy is 63.84% and female literacy is 44.99%.