Talashi - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Talashi is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Talashi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talashi is 567588. The village covers a total geographical area of 523 hectares and falls under the 416208 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Talashi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talashi
As per Census 2011, Talashi village has a total population of 2,296 people, consisting of 1,219 males and 1,077 females. The village has 464 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,614 literate and 682 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talashi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,296 | 1,219 | 1,077 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 128 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 142 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 1,614 | 974 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 245 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Talashi
Talashi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majagaon | North | 1.52 km |
| Baradwadi | West | 2.18 km |
| Turambe | South | 2.21 km |
| Kurhadwadi | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Chandre | East | 2.84 km |
| Arjunwada | East | 2.92 km |
| Chakreshwarwadi | West | 3.11 km |
| Pimpalwadi | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Titawe | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Kapileshwar | South | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talashi
Talashi 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 21.3 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 Murgud to Talashi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Talashi is about 30 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 Talashi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talashi 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 Talashi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talashi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talashi
Where is Talashi located?
Talashi village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talashi?
Talashi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talashi?
The pincode of Talashi is 416208.
What is the population of Talashi?
Talashi has a total population of 2,296, including 1,219 males and 1,077 females.
How many households are there in Talashi?
There are 464 households in Talashi.
What is the literacy rate in Talashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talashi is 70.30%. Male literacy is 79.90% and female literacy is 59.42%.