Telgaon - Vasmath, Hingoli
Telgaon is a village situated in the Vasmath tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Basmath and around 70 km from Hingoli. Telgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telgaon is 546279. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.74 hectares and falls under the 431512 pincode. Basmath is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Telgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basmath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Telgaon village had a total population of 997 people, including 504 males and 493 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.69%, with male literacy at 82.11% and female literacy at 55.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165.
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 | 997 | 504 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 599 | 358 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 146 | 252 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhogaon | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Aral | West | 2.15 km |
| Konatha | South | 2.15 km |
| Balegaon | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Rukhi | East | 2.66 km |
| Dhanora Tarf Aral | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Bhategaon | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Wadi Tuljapur | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Kaudgaon | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Ekrukha | East | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telgaon
Public transport in the Telgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pimpla Chaure Halt, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basmath to Telgaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Telgaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vasmath Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Telgaon?
Telgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Telgaon?
The pincode of Telgaon is 431512.
What is the population of Telgaon?
Telgaon had a total population of 997, including 504 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Telgaon?
Telgaon had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telgaon was 68.69%. Male literacy was 82.11% and female literacy was 55.28%.