Telgosai - Chaibasa, West Singhbhum
Telgosai is a village situated in the Chaibasa subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from Sadar Chaibasa and around 7 km from Pashchimi Singhbhum Chaibasa. Tamarbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telgosai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telgosai is 378079. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.52 hectares and falls under the 833204 pincode. Chaibasa is the nearest town.
Telgosai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telgosai
As per Census 2011, Telgosai village has a total population of 768 people, consisting of 360 males and 408 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 368 literate and 400 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 656 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telgosai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 360 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 58 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 656 | 305 | 351 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 215 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 145 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Telgosai
Telgosai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sikursai | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Baituibir | South | 1.34 km |
| Donkahatu | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Dobrosai | North | 1.44 km |
| Tekasai | North | 1.49 km |
| Tamarbandh | West | 1.60 km |
| Tiribasa | East | 1.84 km |
| Tirilbuta | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Tuibir | South | 2.37 km |
| Dumbisai | West | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telgosai
Telgosai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chaibasa, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.3 km.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pashchimi Singhbhum Chaibasa to Telgosai is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telgosai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telgosai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Telgosai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telgosai 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 Telgosai
Where is Telgosai located?
Telgosai village is located in Chaibasa Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telgosai?
The Gram Panchayat of Telgosai is Tamarbandh.
What is the pincode of Telgosai?
The pincode of Telgosai is 833204.
What is the population of Telgosai?
Telgosai has a total population of 768, including 360 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Telgosai?
There are 153 households in Telgosai.
What is the literacy rate in Telgosai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telgosai is 47.92%. Male literacy is 59.72% and female literacy is 37.50%.