Telkhara - Dumri, Giridih
Telkhara is a village situated in the Dumri subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumri and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Kalhawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telkhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telkhara is 352658. The village covers a total geographical area of 350 hectares and falls under the 825167 pincode. Telkhara is the nearest town.
Telkhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Telkhara
According to the 2011 Census, Telkhara village had a total population of 1,683 people, including 869 males and 814 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.98%, with male literacy at 75.14% and female literacy at 41.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 144.
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 | 1,683 | 869 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 161 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 71 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 801 | 532 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 882 | 337 | 545 |
Nearby Villages of Telkhara
Telkhara 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 Telkhara
Telkhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Telkhara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Telkhara is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telkhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telkhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Telkhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telkhara 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Telkhara
Where is Telkhara located?
Telkhara village is located in Dumri Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telkhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Telkhara is Kalhawar.
What is the pincode of Telkhara?
The pincode of Telkhara is 825167.
What is the population of Telkhara?
Telkhara had a total population of 1,683, including 869 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Telkhara?
Telkhara had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telkhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telkhara was 58.98%. Male literacy was 75.14% and female literacy was 41.38%.