Telgavhan - Darwha, Yavatmal
Telgavhan is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Tornala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telgavhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telgavhan is 542558. The village covers a total geographical area of 479.41 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Telgavhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telgavhan
As per Census 2011, Telgavhan village has a total population of 980 people, consisting of 513 males and 467 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 605 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telgavhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 980 | 513 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 605 | 355 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 158 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Telgavhan
Telgavhan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chorkhopadi | East | 2.62 km |
| Karjagaon | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Tornala | West | 2.87 km |
| Kund | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Mangkinhi | South | 3.37 km |
| Pimpalkhuta | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Bhandegaon | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Kohala | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Dhamangaon Bk. | West | 4.99 km |
| Kumbharkinhi | South-East | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telgavhan
Public transport in the Telgavhan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.8 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 Darwha to Telgavhan is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Telgavhan is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telgavhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telgavhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Telgavhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telgavhan 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 Telgavhan
Where is Telgavhan located?
Telgavhan village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telgavhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Telgavhan is Tornala.
What is the pincode of Telgavhan?
The pincode of Telgavhan is 445202.
What is the population of Telgavhan?
Telgavhan has a total population of 980, including 513 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Telgavhan?
There are 229 households in Telgavhan.
What is the literacy rate in Telgavhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telgavhan is 61.73%. Male literacy is 69.20% and female literacy is 53.53%.