Telar - Pallahara, Angul
Telar is a village situated in the Pallahara tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Khamar and around 80 km from Anugul . Khamar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telar is 403563. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 759118 pincode. Palalahada is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Telar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telar
As per Census 2011, Telar village has a total population of 38 people, consisting of 19 males and 19 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 12 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Telar
Telar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chingudimunda | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Nuagan | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Talbahali | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Padapasi | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Gunhapal | West | 2.06 km |
| Kochiabeda | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Khalpal | West | 2.90 km |
| Munduribeda (mundribeda-ii) | South | 3.16 km |
| Tambur | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Bhetia | South-East | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telar
Public transport in the Telar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talcher, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Palalahada to Telar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Telar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telar 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 Telar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telar 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 Telar
Where is Telar located?
Telar village is located in Pallahara Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telar?
The Gram Panchayat of Telar is Khamar.
What is the pincode of Telar?
The pincode of Telar is 759118.
What is the population of Telar?
Telar has a total population of 38, including 19 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Telar?
There are 8 households in Telar.
What is the literacy rate in Telar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telar is 39.47%. Male literacy is 36.84% and female literacy is 42.11%.