Telighana - Kutra, Sundargarh
Telighana is a village situated in the Kutra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kandeimunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telighana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telighana is 384170. The village covers a total geographical area of 673 hectares and falls under the 770018 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telighana
As per Census 2011, Telighana village has a total population of 1,771 people, consisting of 930 males and 841 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,035 literate and 736 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,492 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telighana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,771 | 930 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 111 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 105 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,492 | 780 | 712 |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 610 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 320 | 416 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naktisan | South | 1.55 km |
| Kandeimunda | North | 2.31 km |
| Biringatoli | West | 2.89 km |
| Sialjore | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Budakata | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Bailama | South | 3.49 km |
| Kutra | East | 3.50 km |
| Karmabahal | South | 3.59 km |
| Kiringsia | North | 4.70 km |
| Dahijira | North | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telighana
Telighana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sogra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rajagangapur to Telighana is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Telighana 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Telighana
Where is Telighana located?
Telighana village is located in Kutra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telighana?
The Gram Panchayat of Telighana is Kandeimunda.
What is the pincode of Telighana?
The pincode of Telighana is 770018.
What is the population of Telighana?
Telighana has a total population of 1,771, including 930 males and 841 females.
How many households are there in Telighana?
There are 407 households in Telighana.
What is the literacy rate in Telighana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telighana is 58.44%. Male literacy is 65.59% and female literacy is 50.54%.