Tellanur - Kollegal, Chamarajanagar
Tellanur is a village situated in the Kollegal taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kollegal and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Thellanuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tellanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tellanur is 619817. The village covers a total geographical area of 1849.26 hectares and falls under the 571440 pincode. Kollegal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tellanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tellanur
As per Census 2011, Tellanur village has a total population of 6,185 people, consisting of 3,084 males and 3,101 females. The village has 1,572 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 597 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,787 literate and 3,398 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 418 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tellanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,185 | 3,084 | 3,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 597 | 308 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,100 | 1,051 | 1,049 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 418 | 201 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 2,787 | 1,527 | 1,260 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,398 | 1,557 | 1,841 |
Nearby Villages of Tellanur
Tellanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bannane | North | 5.78 km |
| Hyra | East | 7.31 km |
| Majjigemallanahatti | North | 7.56 km |
| Basavana Betta Forest | North | 9.48 km |
| Talavadi | North-West | 9.83 km |
| Sathegala | West | 9.91 km |
| Konanagundi | North | 10.36 km |
| Ikkadahalli | South-West | 10.60 km |
| Shagya | East | 11.34 km |
| Alagumole | South | 11.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tellanur
Tellanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Channapatna, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.0 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 Kollegal to Tellanur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Tellanur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tellanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tellanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tellanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tellanur 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tellanur
Where is Tellanur located?
Tellanur village is located in Kollegal Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tellanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tellanur is Thellanuru.
What is the pincode of Tellanur?
The pincode of Tellanur is 571440.
What is the population of Tellanur?
Tellanur has a total population of 6,185, including 3,084 males and 3,101 females.
How many households are there in Tellanur?
There are 1,572 households in Tellanur.
What is the literacy rate in Tellanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tellanur is 45.06%. Male literacy is 49.51% and female literacy is 40.63%.