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
As per Census 2011, Telen village has a total population of 278 people, consisting of 153 males and 125 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telen are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 278, including 153 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Telen?
There are 64 households in Telen.
What is the literacy rate in Telen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telen is 69.78%. Male literacy is 81.05% and female literacy is 56.00%.