Telmahul - Padampur, Bargarh
Telmahul is a village situated in the Padampur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Melchhamunda and around 53 km from Bargarh. Malchhamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telmahul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telmahul is 380196. The village covers a total geographical area of 504 hectares and falls under the 768035 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Telmahul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telmahul
According to the 2011 Census, Telmahul village had a total population of 1,399 people, including 709 males and 690 females, living in 391 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.08%, with male literacy at 85.92% and female literacy at 63.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 409, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 297.
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 | 1,399 | 709 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 205 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 153 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 946 | 549 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 160 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Telmahul
Telmahul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhimbahal | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Melchhamunda | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Jhungapali | West | 2.23 km |
| Pandripani | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Matiamahul | West | 3.21 km |
| Kelenda | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Kermeli | South | 3.41 km |
| Bandenbahal | North | 3.94 km |
| Guderpali | East | 3.95 km |
| Bandeipali | North | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telmahul
Public transport in the Telmahul is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dungripadi, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Telmahul is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Telmahul is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telmahul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telmahul 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 Telmahul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telmahul 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Telmahul
Where is Telmahul located?
Telmahul village is located in Padampur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Telmahul?
The Gram Panchayat of Telmahul is Malchhamunda.
What is the pincode of Telmahul?
The pincode of Telmahul is 768035.
What is the population of Telmahul?
Telmahul had a total population of 1,399, including 709 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Telmahul?
Telmahul had 391 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telmahul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telmahul was 75.08%. Male literacy was 85.92% and female literacy was 63.93%.