Telga - Chirgaon, Shimla
Telga is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Khashadhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telga is 026682. The village covers a total geographical area of 417.67 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Telga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Telga
According to the 2011 Census, Telga village had a total population of 831 people, including 442 males and 389 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.34%, with male literacy at 77.81% and female literacy at 57.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 195.
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 | 831 | 442 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 77 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 105 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 284 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 158 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Telga
Telga is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Telga
Telga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shimla to Telga is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telga 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 Telga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Telga
Where is Telga located?
Telga village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telga?
The Gram Panchayat of Telga is Khashadhar.
What is the pincode of Telga?
The pincode of Telga is 171208.
What is the population of Telga?
Telga had a total population of 831, including 442 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Telga?
Telga had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telga was 68.34%. Male literacy was 77.81% and female literacy was 57.96%.