Telikusum - Debagarh, Deogarh
Telikusum is a village situated in the Debagarh tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Debagarh and around 30 km from Debagarh. Gandam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telikusum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telikusum is 382620. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 768108 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Telikusum 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 Telikusum
According to the 2011 Census, Telikusum village had a total population of 787 people, including 392 males and 395 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.02%, with male literacy at 81.77% and female literacy at 60.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 608.
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 | 787 | 392 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 41 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 608 | 296 | 312 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 287 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 105 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Telikusum
Telikusum 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 Telikusum
Telikusum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Telikusum is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Telikusum is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telikusum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telikusum 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Telikusum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telikusum 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telikusum
Where is Telikusum located?
Telikusum village is located in Debagarh Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telikusum?
The Gram Panchayat of Telikusum is Gandam.
What is the pincode of Telikusum?
The pincode of Telikusum is 768108.
What is the population of Telikusum?
Telikusum had a total population of 787, including 392 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Telikusum?
Telikusum had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telikusum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telikusum was 71.02%. Male literacy was 81.77% and female literacy was 60.12%.