In Greek mythology (especially in Thrace), Telesforos was a son of Asclepius and Salus. He frequently accompanied his sister, Hygieia. He was a dwarf whose face was covered with a cowl and a Phrygian hat. He symbolized recovery from illness.
... The average household size is 2.86 and the average family size is 3.32.
In the town the population is spread out with 25.2% under the age of 18, 5.7% from 18 to 24, ...