Talkhed - Majalgaon, Beed
Talkhed is a village situated in the Majalgaon tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from Manjlegaon and around 65 km from Bid. Shrangarwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talkhed is 559312. The village covers a total geographical area of 2361.44 hectares and falls under the 431129 pincode. Manjlegaon is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Talkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Talkhed
As per Census 2011, Talkhed village has a total population of 5,666 people, consisting of 2,927 males and 2,739 females. The village has 1,246 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 772 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,467 literate and 2,199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,089 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,666 | 2,927 | 2,739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 772 | 436 | 336 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,089 | 572 | 517 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 3,467 | 1,979 | 1,488 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,199 | 948 | 1,251 |
Nearby Villages of Talkhed
Talkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shrungarwadi | North | 2.86 km |
| Dawargaon Kh. | South | 2.99 km |
| Pungani | South | 3.36 km |
| Dubba Majra | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Telgaon Kh. | South | 3.76 km |
| Shahapur Majara | East | 4.22 km |
| Lonala | North-West | 4.75 km |
| Jadid Jawala | East | 5.46 km |
| Ranjegaon | South-West | 5.74 km |
| Nandalgaon | West | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talkhed
Talkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Usmanpur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Manjlegaon to Talkhed is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Talkhed is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talkhed
Where is Talkhed located?
Talkhed village is located in Majalgaon Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Talkhed is Shrangarwadi.
What is the pincode of Talkhed?
The pincode of Talkhed is 431129.
What is the population of Talkhed?
Talkhed has a total population of 5,666, including 2,927 males and 2,739 females.
How many households are there in Talkhed?
There are 1,246 households in Talkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Talkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talkhed is 61.19%. Male literacy is 67.61% and female literacy is 54.33%.