Talewad - Kolhar, Vijayapura
Talewad is a village situated in the Kolhar taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from Basavana Bagevadi and around 30 km from Bijapur. Talewad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talewad is 599445. The village covers a total geographical area of 2193.68 hectares and falls under the 586121 pincode. Basavana Bagevadi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Talewad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basavana Bagevadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talewad
As per Census 2011, Talewad village has a total population of 3,932 people, consisting of 1,982 males and 1,950 females. The village has 725 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 591 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,884 literate and 2,048 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talewad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,932 | 1,982 | 1,950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 298 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 174 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,884 | 1,103 | 781 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,048 | 879 | 1,169 |
Nearby Villages of Talewad
Talewad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kudgi | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Kalgurki | West | 4.07 km |
| Shankarnagar | South-East | 7.03 km |
| Muttagi | East | 7.73 km |
| Malghan | South-West | 7.85 km |
| Yarnal | North-East | 8.46 km |
| Mulawad | North-West | 8.84 km |
| Asangi (k.d.) | South-West | 9.42 km |
| Telgi | South | 9.74 km |
| Managuli | North | 9.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talewad
Talewad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalgurki Halt, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basavana Bagevadi to Talewad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Talewad is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talewad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talewad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talewad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talewad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talewad
Where is Talewad located?
Talewad village is located in Kolhar Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talewad?
Talewad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talewad?
The pincode of Talewad is 586121.
What is the population of Talewad?
Talewad has a total population of 3,932, including 1,982 males and 1,950 females.
How many households are there in Talewad?
There are 725 households in Talewad.
What is the literacy rate in Talewad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talewad is 47.91%. Male literacy is 55.65% and female literacy is 40.05%.