Talegaon - Morshi, Amravati
Talegaon is a village situated in the Morshi tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Morshi and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Talegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talegaon is 532325. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.89 hectares and falls under the 444707 pincode. Morshi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Talegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teosa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amravati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Talegaon village had a total population of 935 people, including 481 males and 454 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.61%, with male literacy at 95.26% and female literacy at 81.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 187, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 935 | 481 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 95 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 34 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 402 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 79 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Talegaon
Talegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nabipur | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Sultanpur | North | 1.53 km |
| Bramhanwada | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Dabheri | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Ajampur | South | 2.79 km |
| Dhamangaon | East | 3.29 km |
| Yashwantpur | West | 3.32 km |
| Trimalpur | North-West | 3.56 km |
| Bahirampur | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Vishnora | North | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talegaon
Talegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolvihir, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morshi to Talegaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Talegaon is about 38 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 Talegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talegaon
Where is Talegaon located?
Talegaon village is located in Morshi Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talegaon?
Talegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talegaon?
The pincode of Talegaon is 444707.
What is the population of Talegaon?
Talegaon had a total population of 935, including 481 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Talegaon?
Talegaon had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talegaon was 88.61%. Male literacy was 95.26% and female literacy was 81.64%.