Talgaon Village - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Talgaon is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Talgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talgaon is 567607. The village covers a total geographical area of 1052 hectares and falls under the 416211 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Talgaon 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 Talgaon
As per Census 2011, Talgaon village has a total population of 2,205 people, consisting of 1,127 males and 1,078 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,386 literate and 819 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talgaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,205 | 1,127 | 1,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 132 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,386 | 834 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 819 | 293 | 526 |
Nearby Villages of Talgaon
Talgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aptal | North | 1.73 km |
| Durgmanwadi | South | 2.19 km |
| Kumbharwadi | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Keloshi Kh. | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Kukudwadi | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Rai | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Tarale Kh. | East | 4.25 km |
| Padasali | South-West | 4.90 km |
| Tarasambale | East | 5.05 km |
| Baveli | North-West | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talgaon
Talgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.9 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 Kolhapur to Talgaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talgaon 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 Talgaon
Where is Talgaon located?
Talgaon village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talgaon?
Talgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talgaon?
The pincode of Talgaon is 416211.
What is the population of Talgaon?
Talgaon has a total population of 2,205, including 1,127 males and 1,078 females.
How many households are there in Talgaon?
There are 418 households in Talgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Talgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talgaon is 62.86%. Male literacy is 74.00% and female literacy is 51.21%.