Telsingh - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Telsingh is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Tribanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telsingh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telsingh is 382443. The village covers a total geographical area of 288 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Telsingh 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 Telsingh
As per Census 2011, Telsingh village has a total population of 271 people, consisting of 136 males and 135 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telsingh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 136 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 107 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 29 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Telsingh
Telsingh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusapali | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Chudapudug | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Gadakhol | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Sarapal | North | 2.73 km |
| Khandam | South | 2.74 km |
| Gobardhanpur | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Ainlapali | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Rangamatia | West | 3.89 km |
| Helei | North | 3.89 km |
| Tribanpur | South | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telsingh
Telsingh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rairakhol, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.6 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 Telsingh is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Telsingh is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telsingh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telsingh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Telsingh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telsingh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telsingh
Where is Telsingh located?
Telsingh village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telsingh?
The Gram Panchayat of Telsingh is Tribanpur.
What is the pincode of Telsingh?
The pincode of Telsingh is 768106.
What is the population of Telsingh?
Telsingh has a total population of 271, including 136 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Telsingh?
There are 67 households in Telsingh.
What is the literacy rate in Telsingh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telsingh is 74.91%. Male literacy is 78.68% and female literacy is 71.11%.