Telhara - Chikhli, Buldhana
Telhara is a village situated in the Chikhli tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Chikhli and around 37 km from Buldana. Telhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telhara is 529142. The village covers a total geographical area of 1191.29 hectares and falls under the 443201 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Telhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikhli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telhara
As per Census 2011, Telhara village has a total population of 1,314 people, consisting of 684 males and 630 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 988 literate and 326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,314 | 684 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 168 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 988 | 573 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 111 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Telhara
Telhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shelgaon Jahangir | West | 2.90 km |
| Eklara | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Mungasari | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Anwi | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Peth | North | 4.22 km |
| Pandhardeo | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Patoda | South-East | 5.01 km |
| Khairav | South | 5.15 km |
| Khandala Makardhwaj | West | 5.76 km |
| Dahigaon | North-East | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telhara
Public transport in the Telhara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nandura, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Telhara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Telhara is about 37 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 Telhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Telhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telhara
Where is Telhara located?
Telhara village is located in Chikhli Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telhara?
Telhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Telhara?
The pincode of Telhara is 443201.
What is the population of Telhara?
Telhara has a total population of 1,314, including 684 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Telhara?
There are 304 households in Telhara.
What is the literacy rate in Telhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telhara is 75.19%. Male literacy is 83.77% and female literacy is 65.87%.