Teliguda - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Teliguda is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Venkatapallam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Teliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teliguda is 430980. The village covers a total geographical area of 283 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Teliguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Teliguda
As per Census 2011, Teliguda village has a total population of 327 people, consisting of 166 males and 161 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 201 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Teliguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 327 | 166 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 100 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 65 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 101 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Teliguda
Teliguda 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 Teliguda
Teliguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Teliguda is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Teliguda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teliguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Teliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teliguda 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 Teliguda
Where is Teliguda located?
Teliguda village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Teliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Teliguda is Venkatapallam.
What is the pincode of Teliguda?
The pincode of Teliguda is 764086.
What is the population of Teliguda?
Teliguda has a total population of 327, including 166 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Teliguda?
There are 76 households in Teliguda.
What is the literacy rate in Teliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teliguda is 36.70%. Male literacy is 39.16% and female literacy is 34.16%.