Talsande - Hatkanangle, Kolhapur
Talsande is a village situated in the Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatkanangle and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Talasande serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talsande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talsande is 567267. The village covers a total geographical area of 1009 hectares and falls under the 416112 pincode. Vadgaon Kasba is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Talsande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hatkanangle Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Talsande
As per Census 2011, Talsande village has a total population of 6,356 people, consisting of 3,273 males and 3,083 females. The village has 1,286 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 730 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,732 literate and 1,624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,002 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talsande are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,356 | 3,273 | 3,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 730 | 412 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,002 | 515 | 487 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,732 | 2,620 | 2,112 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,624 | 653 | 971 |
Nearby Villages of Talsande
Talsande 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chavare | North | 3.04 km |
| Ambap | South | 3.30 km |
| Pargaon | West | 3.30 km |
| Ghunaki | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Vathar Tarf Vadgaon | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Padali | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Kini | East | 4.69 km |
| Aitavade Kh | North-West | 5.03 km |
| Ambapwadi | South | 5.46 km |
| Kundalwadi | North | 5.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talsande
Talsande is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vadgaon Kasba to Talsande is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Talsande is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talsande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talsande 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 Talsande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talsande village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Talsande
Where is Talsande located?
Talsande village is located in Hatkanangle Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talsande?
The Gram Panchayat of Talsande is Talasande.
What is the pincode of Talsande?
The pincode of Talsande is 416112.
What is the population of Talsande?
Talsande has a total population of 6,356, including 3,273 males and 3,083 females.
How many households are there in Talsande?
There are 1,286 households in Talsande.
What is the literacy rate in Talsande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talsande is 74.45%. Male literacy is 80.05% and female literacy is 68.50%.