Telagan - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Telagan is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from Umarkote and around 95 km from Nabarangapur . Nehura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telagan is 427391. The village covers a total geographical area of 926 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Telagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telagan
As per Census 2011, Telagan village has a total population of 1,289 people, consisting of 666 males and 623 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 1,012 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 890 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,289 | 666 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 119 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 890 | 456 | 434 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 197 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,012 | 469 | 543 |
Nearby Villages of Telagan
Telagan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sindhigam | East | 3.11 km |
| Dharli | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Jholla | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Benora | North | 4.64 km |
| Karlipadar | North | 5.03 km |
| Pathri | South-West | 5.95 km |
| Bamodeibhatta | North-East | 6.39 km |
| Silati | North | 6.42 km |
| Karlabeda | East | 6.80 km |
| Deogan | North-West | 7.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telagan
Public transport in the Telagan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amagura, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Telagan is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Telagan is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telagan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Telagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telagan 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 Telagan
Where is Telagan located?
Telagan village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Telagan is Nehura.
What is the pincode of Telagan?
The pincode of Telagan is 764073.
What is the population of Telagan?
Telagan has a total population of 1,289, including 666 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Telagan?
There are 265 households in Telagan.
What is the literacy rate in Telagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telagan is 21.49%. Male literacy is 29.58% and female literacy is 12.84%.