Telsang - Athni, Belagavi
Telsang is a village situated in the Athni taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from Athani and around 170 km from Belgaum. Telsang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telsang is 597327. The village covers a total geographical area of 7667.83 hectares and falls under the 591265 pincode. Athani is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Telsang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telsang
As per Census 2011, Telsang village has a total population of 10,592 people, consisting of 5,411 males and 5,181 females. The village has 2,390 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,759 literate and 4,833 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,474 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 111 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telsang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,592 | 5,411 | 5,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,574 | 818 | 756 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,474 | 738 | 736 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 5,759 | 3,356 | 2,403 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,833 | 2,055 | 2,778 |
Nearby Villages of Telsang
Telsang 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Halalli | South | 6.07 km |
| Fadatarawadi | West | 6.15 km |
| Aratal | South-West | 7.51 km |
| Bannur | North | 7.54 km |
| Keskaradaddi | West | 7.84 km |
| Kakamari | North-West | 8.18 km |
| Kajibilgi | South-East | 8.21 km |
| Honawad | East | 8.54 km |
| Aigali | West | 10.16 km |
| Badagi | South-West | 10.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telsang
Telsang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ibrahimpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Athani to Telsang is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Telsang is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telsang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telsang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Telsang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telsang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telsang
Where is Telsang located?
Telsang village is located in Athni Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telsang?
Telsang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Telsang?
The pincode of Telsang is 591265.
What is the population of Telsang?
Telsang has a total population of 10,592, including 5,411 males and 5,181 females.
How many households are there in Telsang?
There are 2,390 households in Telsang.
What is the literacy rate in Telsang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telsang is 54.37%. Male literacy is 62.02% and female literacy is 46.38%.