Talai - Erandol, Jalgaon
Talai is a village situated in the Erandol tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Erandol and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Talai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talai is 527299. The village covers a total geographical area of 1386.25 hectares and falls under the 425110 pincode. Erandol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Talai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talai
As per Census 2011, Talai village has a total population of 5,075 people, consisting of 2,610 males and 2,465 females. The village has 1,225 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 591 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,473 literate and 1,602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 486 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,075 | 2,610 | 2,465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 314 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 125 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 486 | 242 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 3,473 | 2,035 | 1,438 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,602 | 575 | 1,027 |
Nearby Villages of Talai
Talai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambe | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Bhatkhande Bk. | South | 3.97 km |
| Javkhede Sim | North | 4.04 km |
| Nipane | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Utran Ahir Hadd | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Anturli Bk. | South | 4.58 km |
| Bamhne | East | 5.31 km |
| Utran Gujar Hadd | East | 5.50 km |
| Adgaon | West | 5.51 km |
| Anjan Vihire | South-West | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talai
Public transport in the Talai is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pardhande, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.5 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 Erandol to Talai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Talai is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talai 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Talai
Where is Talai located?
Talai village is located in Erandol Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talai?
Talai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talai?
The pincode of Talai is 425110.
What is the population of Talai?
Talai has a total population of 5,075, including 2,610 males and 2,465 females.
How many households are there in Talai?
There are 1,225 households in Talai.
What is the literacy rate in Talai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talai is 68.43%. Male literacy is 77.97% and female literacy is 58.34%.