Telia - Jeypore, Koraput
Telia is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Jamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telia is 429008. The village covers a total geographical area of 317 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Telia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telia
According to the 2011 Census, Telia village had a total population of 818 people, including 406 males and 412 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.51%, with male literacy at 41.69% and female literacy at 31.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 676.
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 | 818 | 406 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 63 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 676 | 335 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 143 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 573 | 263 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Telia
Telia 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 Telia
Public transport in the Telia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Telia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Telia is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Telia is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Telia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Telia
Where is Telia located?
Telia village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Telia?
The Gram Panchayat of Telia is Jamunda.
What is the pincode of Telia?
The pincode of Telia is 764002.
What is the population of Telia?
Telia had a total population of 818, including 406 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Telia?
Telia had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telia was 36.51%. Male literacy was 41.69% and female literacy was 31.10%.