Talamba - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Talamba is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Talamba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talamba is 525107. The village covers a total geographical area of 436 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Talamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talamba
According to the 2011 Census, Talamba village had a total population of 1,472 people, including 779 males and 693 females, living in 280 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.59%, with male literacy at 87.41% and female literacy at 72.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,456.
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 | 1,472 | 779 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,456 | 770 | 686 |
| Literate Population | 1,088 | 625 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 154 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Talamba
Talamba is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Talamba
Talamba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Talode to Talamba is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Talamba is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talamba
Where is Talamba located?
Talamba village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talamba?
Talamba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talamba?
The pincode of Talamba is 425419.
What is the population of Talamba?
Talamba had a total population of 1,472, including 779 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Talamba?
Talamba had 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talamba was 80.59%. Male literacy was 87.41% and female literacy was 72.91%.