Telimala - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Telimala is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Chandahandi and around 119 km from Nabarangapur . Koilimunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telimala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telimala is 427420. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Telimala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telimala
As per Census 2011, Telimala village has a total population of 666 people, consisting of 318 males and 348 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telimala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 318 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 53 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 170 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 161 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 157 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Telimala
Telimala 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 Telimala
Telimala 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 >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 Umarkote to Telimala is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Telimala is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telimala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telimala 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Telimala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telimala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Telimala
Where is Telimala located?
Telimala village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telimala?
The Gram Panchayat of Telimala is Koilimunda.
What is the pincode of Telimala?
The pincode of Telimala is 764077.
What is the population of Telimala?
Telimala has a total population of 666, including 318 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Telimala?
There are 159 households in Telimala.
What is the literacy rate in Telimala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telimala is 37.99%. Male literacy is 50.63% and female literacy is 26.44%.