Talewadi - Gadhinglaj, Kolhapur
Talewadi is a village situated in the Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadhinglaj and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Talewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talewadi is 568047. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.4 hectares and falls under the 416504 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Talewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Talewadi village had a total population of 831 people, including 404 males and 427 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.73%, with male literacy at 86.81% and female literacy at 80.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 831 | 404 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 316 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 88 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Talewadi
Talewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maladewadi | West | 1.04 km |
| Sawatwadi Tarf Nesari | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Nesari | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Tikkewadi | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Redewadi | North | 2.27 km |
| Donewadi | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Kine | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Poshratwadi | North | 2.74 km |
| Tavarewadi | South | 2.83 km |
| Tarewadi | East | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talewadi
Talewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhinglaj to Talewadi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Talewadi 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 Talewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talewadi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talewadi
Where is Talewadi located?
Talewadi village is located in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talewadi?
Talewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talewadi?
The pincode of Talewadi is 416504.
What is the population of Talewadi?
Talewadi had a total population of 831, including 404 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Talewadi?
Talewadi had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talewadi was 83.73%. Male literacy was 86.81% and female literacy was 80.83%.