Talegaon - Chalisgaon, Jalgaon
Talegaon is a village situated in the Chalisgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalisgaon and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Talegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talegaon is 527837. The village covers a total geographical area of 1385.89 hectares and falls under the 424108 pincode. Chalisgaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Talegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Talegaon
As per Census 2011, Talegaon village has a total population of 3,390 people, consisting of 1,787 males and 1,603 females. The village has 761 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 395 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,317 literate and 1,073 illiterate residents. Additionally, 737 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 467 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,390 | 1,787 | 1,603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 215 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 737 | 407 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 234 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 2,317 | 1,361 | 956 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,073 | 426 | 647 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karanjgaon | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Hirapur | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Shindi | South | 3.98 km |
| Andhari | West | 4.20 km |
| Shewari | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Tambole Kh. | East | 5.31 km |
| Hatgaon | West | 5.44 km |
| Rohini | South-West | 5.62 km |
| Ganeshpur | South-East | 5.72 km |
| Vishnunagar | South | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talegaon
Public transport in the Talegaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hirapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalisgaon to Talegaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Talegaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talegaon
Where is Talegaon located?
Talegaon village is located in Chalisgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon 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 424108.
What is the population of Talegaon?
Talegaon has a total population of 3,390, including 1,787 males and 1,603 females.
How many households are there in Talegaon?
There are 761 households in Talegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Talegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talegaon is 68.35%. Male literacy is 76.16% and female literacy is 59.64%.