Telgaon - Ranikhet, Almora
Telgaon is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Naughar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telgaon is 052467. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.25 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Telgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Telgaon village had a total population of 50 people, including 25 males and 25 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.92%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 65.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 8 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Telgaon
Telgaon 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 Telgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Telgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Telgaon is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Telgaon is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telgaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Telgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telgaon
Where is Telgaon located?
Telgaon village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Telgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Telgaon is Naughar.
What is the pincode of Telgaon?
The pincode of Telgaon is 263663.
What is the population of Telgaon?
Telgaon had a total population of 50, including 25 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Telgaon?
Telgaon had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telgaon was 76.92%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 65.00%.