Tellapali - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Tellapali is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dindiragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tellapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tellapali is 416312. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Tellapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tellapali
As per Census 2011, Tellapali village has a total population of 394 people, consisting of 197 males and 197 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tellapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 394 | 197 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 105 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 155 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 42 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Tellapali
Tellapali 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 Tellapali
Tellapali 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 | 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 Phulabani to Tellapali is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Tellapali is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tellapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tellapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tellapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tellapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tellapali
Where is Tellapali located?
Tellapali village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tellapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Tellapali is Dindiragaon.
What is the pincode of Tellapali?
The pincode of Tellapali is 762011.
What is the population of Tellapali?
Tellapali has a total population of 394, including 197 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Tellapali?
There are 100 households in Tellapali.
What is the literacy rate in Tellapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tellapali is 67.51%. Male literacy is 78.68% and female literacy is 56.35%.