Telengsur - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Telengsur is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Benagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telengsur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telengsur is 423000. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Telengsur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telengsur
According to the 2011 Census, Telengsur village had a total population of 87 people, including 48 males and 39 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.11%, with male literacy at 75.68% and female literacy at 45.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
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 | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 28 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 20 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Telengsur
Telengsur 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 Telengsur
Public transport in the Telengsur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Telengsur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Telengsur is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telengsur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telengsur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Telengsur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telengsur 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 Telengsur
Where is Telengsur located?
Telengsur village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Telengsur?
The Gram Panchayat of Telengsur is Benagaon.
What is the pincode of Telengsur?
The pincode of Telengsur is 766020.
What is the population of Telengsur?
Telengsur had a total population of 87, including 48 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Telengsur?
Telengsur had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telengsur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telengsur was 61.11%. Male literacy was 75.68% and female literacy was 45.71%.