Telgara - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Telgara is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Telgara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telgara is 447478. The village covers a total geographical area of 526.34 hectares and falls under the 494337 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Telgara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telgara
As per Census 2011, Telgara village has a total population of 887 people, consisting of 431 males and 456 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 639 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 467 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telgara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 887 | 431 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 234 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 361 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 70 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Telgara
Telgara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surawand | South | 1.58 km |
| Lakhanpuri | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Gaurgaon | South | 2.32 km |
| Tarasgaon | East | 2.61 km |
| Bodeli(ponka) | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Udkuda | West | 3.23 km |
| Nawagaon(nathiya) | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Petoli | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Kana Pod | North | 3.86 km |
| Salhebhat(makdi) | East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telgara
Telgara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.1 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 Charama to Telgara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Telgara is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telgara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telgara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Telgara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telgara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telgara
Where is Telgara located?
Telgara village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telgara?
Telgara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Telgara?
The pincode of Telgara is 494337.
What is the population of Telgara?
Telgara has a total population of 887, including 431 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Telgara?
There are 215 households in Telgara.
What is the literacy rate in Telgara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telgara is 72.04%. Male literacy is 83.76% and female literacy is 60.96%.