Telikali - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Telikali is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telikali is 275882. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Telikali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telikali
According to the 2011 Census, Telikali village had a total population of 738 people, including 381 males and 357 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.61%, with male literacy at 64.67% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 724.
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 | 738 | 381 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 81 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 724 | 375 | 349 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 194 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 187 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Telikali
Telikali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Telikali
Telikali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Telikali is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telikali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telikali 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 Telikali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telikali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Telikali
Where is Telikali located?
Telikali village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Telikali?
The pincode of Telikali is 794103.
What is the population of Telikali?
Telikali had a total population of 738, including 381 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Telikali?
Telikali had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telikali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telikali was 63.61%. Male literacy was 64.67% and female literacy was 62.50%.