Telimunda - Barkot, Deogarh
Telimunda is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Barkot and around 55 km from Debagarh. Raitabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telimunda is 382993. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 768110 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Telimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telimunda
As per Census 2011, Telimunda village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 129 males and 158 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,224 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 172 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telimunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 129 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 91 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 38 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Telimunda
Telimunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandhanbania | East | 1.03 km |
| Siripur | East | 1.88 km |
| Raitabahal | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Garagadbahal | North | 2.73 km |
| Talbahali | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Badabagdari | East | 4.20 km |
| Khairbania | North-East | 4.67 km |
| Panposi | North-West | 4.69 km |
| Khandam | North | 5.53 km |
| Sanbagdari | East | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telimunda
Public transport in the Telimunda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 km.
| 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 Debagarh to Telimunda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Telimunda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telimunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Telimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telimunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telimunda
Where is Telimunda located?
Telimunda village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Telimunda is Raitabahal.
What is the pincode of Telimunda?
The pincode of Telimunda is 768110.
What is the population of Telimunda?
Telimunda has a total population of 287, including 129 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Telimunda?
There are 84 households in Telimunda.
What is the literacy rate in Telimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telimunda is 59.93%. Male literacy is 70.54% and female literacy is 51.27%.