Talegaon - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Talegaon is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Talegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talegaon is 538611. The village covers a total geographical area of 820.28 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Talegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Talegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Talegaon village had a total population of 1,543 people, including 788 males and 755 females, living in 365 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.51%, with male literacy at 90.01% and female literacy at 74.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 518, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 350.
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 | 1,543 | 788 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 77 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 262 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 180 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 1,142 | 640 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 148 | 253 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohagaon Alias Wakadi | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Dhamaditola | West | 2.71 km |
| Janbhur Kheda | South | 2.96 km |
| Khadki | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Anjantola | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Maushi | East | 3.19 km |
| Sadhutola | East | 3.32 km |
| Nanhi | West | 3.71 km |
| Rajoli | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Dhanori | North-East | 4.49 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 Arunnagar, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.1 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 Desaiganj to Talegaon is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Talegaon is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talegaon
Where is Talegaon located?
Talegaon village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Talegaon?
Talegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talegaon?
The pincode of Talegaon is 441209.
What is the population of Talegaon?
Talegaon had a total population of 1,543, including 788 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Talegaon?
Talegaon had 365 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talegaon was 82.51%. Male literacy was 90.01% and female literacy was 74.59%.