Telgam - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Telgam is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Jharigan and around 83 km from Nabarangapur . Belgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telgam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telgam is 427546. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Telgam 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 Telgam
According to the 2011 Census, Telgam village had a total population of 455 people, including 227 males and 228 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.10%, with male literacy at 65.28% and female literacy at 45.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 226, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 218.
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 | 455 | 227 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 112 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 109 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 126 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 101 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Telgam
Telgam 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 Telgam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Telgam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Umarkote to Telgam is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Telgam is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telgam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Telgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telgam 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 Telgam
Where is Telgam located?
Telgam village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telgam?
The Gram Panchayat of Telgam is Belgam.
What is the pincode of Telgam?
The pincode of Telgam is 764076.
What is the population of Telgam?
Telgam had a total population of 455, including 227 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Telgam?
Telgam had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telgam was 55.10%. Male literacy was 65.28% and female literacy was 45.23%.