Telakanari - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Telakanari is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Umarkote and around 50 km from Nabarangapur . Dhodra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telakanari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telakanari is 427407. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Telakanari 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 Telakanari
As per Census 2011, Telakanari village has a total population of 968 people, consisting of 475 males and 493 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 720 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 540 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telakanari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 475 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 81 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 540 | 259 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 146 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 329 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Telakanari
Telakanari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhodra | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Badabharandi | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Nirapadar | East | 1.43 km |
| Gobari | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Gulibadana | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Bhimaguda | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Bidiriguda | South | 2.09 km |
| Kodobhata | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Sanabharandi | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Chingidiguda | North | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telakanari
Telakanari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Telakanari is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Telakanari is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telakanari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telakanari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Telakanari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telakanari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Telakanari
Where is Telakanari located?
Telakanari village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telakanari?
The Gram Panchayat of Telakanari is Dhodra.
What is the pincode of Telakanari?
The pincode of Telakanari is 764073.
What is the population of Telakanari?
Telakanari has a total population of 968, including 475 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Telakanari?
There are 191 households in Telakanari.
What is the literacy rate in Telakanari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telakanari is 25.62%. Male literacy is 30.74% and female literacy is 20.69%.