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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Telhara village had a total population of 1,314 people, including 684 males and 630 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.66%, with male literacy at 93.47% and female literacy at 73.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 335, 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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Telhara?
Telhara is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Telhara?
The pincode of Telhara is 443201.
What is the population of Telhara?
Telhara had a total population of 1,314, including 684 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Telhara?
Telhara had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telhara was 83.66%. Male literacy was 93.47% and female literacy was 73.06%.