Telkamthi - Kalameshwar, Nagpur
Telkamthi is a village situated in the Kalameshwar tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalameshwar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Telkamthee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telkamthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telkamthi is 535136. The village covers a total geographical area of 1550.77 hectares and falls under the 441107 pincode. Savner is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Telkamthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telkamthi
As per Census 2011, Telkamthi village has a total population of 3,370 people, consisting of 1,743 males and 1,627 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,450 literate and 920 illiterate residents. Additionally, 443 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telkamthi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,370 | 1,743 | 1,627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 208 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 233 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 2,450 | 1,364 | 1,086 |
| Illiterate Population | 920 | 379 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Telkamthi
Telkamthi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koreghat (rithi) | North | 2.84 km |
| Telangkhedi | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Jirola (rithi) | South | 3.26 km |
| Panubali | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Pipala (bhadi) | North | 4.09 km |
| Bhagimahari | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Nandikheda | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Telgaon | West | 4.30 km |
| Kokarda | South | 4.33 km |
| Hetisurla | East | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telkamthi
Telkamthi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Saoner Junction, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savner to Telkamthi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Telkamthi is about 40 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 Telkamthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telkamthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Telkamthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telkamthi 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 Telkamthi
Where is Telkamthi located?
Telkamthi village is located in Kalameshwar Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telkamthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Telkamthi is Telkamthee.
What is the pincode of Telkamthi?
The pincode of Telkamthi is 441107.
What is the population of Telkamthi?
Telkamthi has a total population of 3,370, including 1,743 males and 1,627 females.
How many households are there in Telkamthi?
There are 777 households in Telkamthi.
What is the literacy rate in Telkamthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telkamthi is 72.70%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 66.75%.