Talegaon Chak - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Talegaon Chak is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Nimgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talegaon Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talegaon Chak is 538874. The village covers a total geographical area of 347.59 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Talegaon Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talegaon Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Talegaon Chak village had a total population of 351 people, including 172 males and 179 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.17%, with male literacy at 74.34% and female literacy at 54.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 190.
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 | 351 | 172 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 91 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 113 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 59 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Talegaon Chak
Talegaon Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khambala | North | 1.42 km |
| Saidhakani Rith | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Saigaon | East | 1.72 km |
| Kolharbodi | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Muska | West | 2.40 km |
| Iruptola | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Satitola | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Dongarhur | South | 3.52 km |
| Sursundi | East | 3.57 km |
| Murmadi | North-East | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talegaon Chak
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Talegaon Chak. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Talegaon Chak is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Talegaon Chak is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talegaon Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talegaon Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Talegaon Chak
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 Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talegaon Chak
Where is Talegaon Chak located?
Talegaon Chak village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talegaon Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Talegaon Chak is Nimgaon.
What is the pincode of Talegaon Chak?
The pincode of Talegaon Chak is 442606.
What is the population of Talegaon Chak?
Talegaon Chak had a total population of 351, including 172 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Talegaon Chak?
Talegaon Chak had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talegaon Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talegaon Chak was 64.17%. Male literacy was 74.34% and female literacy was 54.19%.