Telighana - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Telighana is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Charamal and around 65 km from Sambalpur. Gadgadbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telighana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telighana is 382313. The village covers a total geographical area of 439 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Telighana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telighana
As per Census 2011, Telighana village has a total population of 235 people, consisting of 119 males and 116 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telighana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 119 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 88 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 31 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Telighana
Telighana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badpal | North | 1.87 km |
| Guhiradadar | South | 2.19 km |
| Dabtaila | West | 2.43 km |
| Gargadbahal | East | 2.45 km |
| Raichua | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Palsamal | North | 3.54 km |
| Bandhantaila | South | 3.87 km |
| Patupal | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Dangapathar | East | 4.11 km |
| Sialipani | South-East | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telighana
Public transport in the Telighana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charmal, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.0 km.
| 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 Redhakhol to Telighana is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Telighana is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telighana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telighana 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 Telighana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telighana 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 Telighana
Where is Telighana located?
Telighana village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telighana?
The Gram Panchayat of Telighana is Gadgadbahal.
What is the pincode of Telighana?
The pincode of Telighana is 768105.
What is the population of Telighana?
Telighana has a total population of 235, including 119 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Telighana?
There are 55 households in Telighana.
What is the literacy rate in Telighana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telighana is 65.53%. Male literacy is 73.95% and female literacy is 56.90%.