Telingiri - Kashipur, Rayagada
Telingiri is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Renga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telingiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telingiri is 425938. The village covers a total geographical area of 274 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Telingiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telingiri
As per Census 2011, Telingiri village has a total population of 624 people, consisting of 319 males and 305 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 372 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telingiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 624 | 319 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 120 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 188 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 172 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 147 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Telingiri
Telingiri 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 Telingiri
Telingiri 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 <5 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 Rayagada to Telingiri is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Telingiri 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 Telingiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telingiri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Telingiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telingiri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telingiri
Where is Telingiri located?
Telingiri village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telingiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Telingiri is Renga.
What is the pincode of Telingiri?
The pincode of Telingiri is 765015.
What is the population of Telingiri?
Telingiri has a total population of 624, including 319 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Telingiri?
There are 157 households in Telingiri.
What is the literacy rate in Telingiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telingiri is 40.54%. Male literacy is 53.92% and female literacy is 26.56%.