Telighana - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Telighana is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 26.9 km from Manbazar and around 60.3 km from Purulia. Buribandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telighana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telighana is 332325. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.57 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Telighana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Telighana
According to the 2011 Census, Telighana village had a total population of 407 people, including 201 males and 206 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.35%, with male literacy at 79.56% and female literacy at 50.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 406.
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 | 407 | 201 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 20 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 201 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 144 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 57 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Telighana
Telighana 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 Telighana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Telighana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Telighana is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Telighana is about 60.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telighana
Where is Telighana located?
Telighana village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Telighana?
The Gram Panchayat of Telighana is Buribandh.
What is the pincode of Telighana?
The pincode of Telighana is 723131.
What is the population of Telighana?
Telighana had a total population of 407, including 201 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Telighana?
Telighana had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telighana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telighana was 65.35%. Male literacy was 79.56% and female literacy was 50.57%.