Teli is a well known community in Maharashtra and Pune being the cultural hub of the state also has a considerable number of Hindu and Muslim Telis. Most common Teli Pune surnames are Kale, Shinde, Patil, Johari, Deshmukh, Fande, Vaidya and Madankar among others. They largely interact in Marathi, Hindi and English.
Matrimony in Teli Pune is performed by a Brahman who ceremoniously solemnizes the marriage. The occasion is celebrated in the auspicious presence of family, friends and relatives.