Telen - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Telen is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Rengali and around 53 km from Jharsuguda. Jamgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telen is 380964. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 768219 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Telen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telen
According to the 2011 Census, Telen village had a total population of 278 people, including 153 males and 125 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 817 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.23%, with male literacy at 89.86% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 278 | 153 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 53 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 124 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 29 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Telen
Telen 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 Telen
Telen 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 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 Belpahar to Telen is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Telen 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 Telen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telen 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 Telen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telen 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Telen
Where is Telen located?
Telen village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Telen?
The Gram Panchayat of Telen is Jamgaon.
What is the pincode of Telen?
The pincode of Telen is 768219.
What is the population of Telen?
Telen had a total population of 278, including 153 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Telen?
Telen had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telen was 78.23%. Male literacy was 89.86% and female literacy was 63.64%.