Telekona - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Telekona is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.2 km from Dhaniakhali and around 41 km from Chinsura. Gurap serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telekona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telekona is 324652. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.87 hectares and falls under the 712303 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Telekona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telekona
As per Census 2011, Telekona village has a total population of 604 people, consisting of 312 males and 292 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 396 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telekona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 312 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 102 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 231 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 81 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Telekona
Telekona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Kotalpur | North-East | 0.58 km |
| Birpur | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Chak Bibi | West | 0.89 km |
| Hasampur | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Benathali | North | 1.30 km |
| Rahia | West | 1.42 km |
| Faridpur | East | 1.53 km |
| Kharu | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Balidaha | East | 2.09 km |
| Uttar Sankarpur | North | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telekona
Telekona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gurap, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Telekona is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Telekona is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telekona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telekona 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Telekona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telekona 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telekona
Where is Telekona located?
Telekona village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telekona?
The Gram Panchayat of Telekona is Gurap.
What is the pincode of Telekona?
The pincode of Telekona is 712303.
What is the population of Telekona?
Telekona has a total population of 604, including 312 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Telekona?
There are 149 households in Telekona.
What is the literacy rate in Telekona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telekona is 65.56%. Male literacy is 74.04% and female literacy is 56.51%.