Telanadigam - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Telanadigam is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 78 km from Umarkote and around 78 km from Nabarangapur . Telanadigam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telanadigam is 427321. The village covers a total geographical area of 421 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Telanadigam 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 Telanadigam
According to the 2011 Census, Telanadigam village had a total population of 4,533 people, including 2,201 males and 2,332 females, living in 1,016 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.84%, with male literacy at 25.34% and female literacy at 12.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,729.
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 | 4,533 | 2,201 | 2,332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,020 | 504 | 516 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,729 | 1,787 | 1,942 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 430 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,871 | 1,771 | 2,100 |
Transport and Connectivity of Telanadigam
Telanadigam 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Telanadigam is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Telanadigam is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telanadigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telanadigam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Telanadigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telanadigam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telanadigam
Where is Telanadigam located?
Telanadigam village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telanadigam?
Telanadigam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Telanadigam?
The pincode of Telanadigam is 764073.
What is the population of Telanadigam?
Telanadigam had a total population of 4,533, including 2,201 males and 2,332 females.
How many households are there in Telanadigam?
Telanadigam had 1,016 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telanadigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telanadigam was 18.84%. Male literacy was 25.34% and female literacy was 12.78%.