Telanga - Palojori, Deoghar
Telanga is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhupur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Dhawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telanga is 355479. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.02 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Telanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telanga
According to the 2011 Census, Telanga village had a total population of 375 people, including 191 males and 184 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.61%, with male literacy at 81.65% and female literacy at 46.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 375 | 191 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 129 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 62 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Telanga
Telanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dubia | South | 0.66 km |
| Talgarha | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Paro | North | 1.34 km |
| Dharampur | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Jarmundi | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Shekhar Nawadih | East | 2.78 km |
| Basha | West | 2.80 km |
| Nakti | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Badia | North-East | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telanga
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Telanga. The nearest railway station is Chandanpahari, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Telanga is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Telanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telanga 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Telanga
Where is Telanga located?
Telanga village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Telanga is Dhawa.
What is the pincode of Telanga?
The pincode of Telanga is 814146.
What is the population of Telanga?
Telanga had a total population of 375, including 191 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Telanga?
Telanga had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telanga was 64.61%. Male literacy was 81.65% and female literacy was 46.67%.