Telgaon - Bhander, Datia
Telgaon is a village situated in the Bhander tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhander and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Talgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telgaon is 454858. The village covers a total geographical area of 957.26 hectares and falls under the 475336 pincode. Bhander is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Telgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Telgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Telgaon village had a total population of 2,373 people, including 1,273 males and 1,100 females, living in 467 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.50%, with male literacy at 89.45% and female literacy at 65.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 730, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2,373 | 1,273 | 1,100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 183 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 730 | 387 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,599 | 975 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 774 | 298 | 476 |
Nearby Villages of Telgaon
Telgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pura Daboh | North | 1.83 km |
| Padri Kalan | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Kadura | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Nayagaon | West | 2.36 km |
| Dhound | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Puranpura | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Syora | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Bodar | North | 3.16 km |
| Bhadraua | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Karra | South-West | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telgaon
Telgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Moth, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.3 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 Bhander to Telgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Telgaon 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 Telgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telgaon 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 Telgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telgaon 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 Telgaon
Where is Telgaon located?
Telgaon village is located in Bhander Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Telgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Telgaon is Talgaon.
What is the pincode of Telgaon?
The pincode of Telgaon is 475336.
What is the population of Telgaon?
Telgaon had a total population of 2,373, including 1,273 males and 1,100 females.
How many households are there in Telgaon?
Telgaon had 467 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telgaon was 78.50%. Male literacy was 89.45% and female literacy was 65.89%.