Talai - Akrani, Nandurbar
Talai is a village situated in the Akrani tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 104 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhadgaon and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Talai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talai is 525267. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.1 hectares and falls under the 425414 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Talai 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 Talai
According to the 2011 Census, Talai village had a total population of 1,639 people, including 825 males and 814 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.38%, with male literacy at 70.71% and female literacy at 58.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,638.
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 | 1,639 | 825 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 166 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,638 | 824 | 814 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 466 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 359 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Talai
Talai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padamund | East | 1.21 km |
| Panbari | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Kela Kh | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Kalibel | East | 2.41 km |
| Kela Bk | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Mokh Bk | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Khushgavhan | North | 3.60 km |
| Manwani Bk | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Veli | West | 3.92 km |
| Asali | South | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talai
Talai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandurbar, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 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 Talode to Talai is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Talai is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talai 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Talai
Where is Talai located?
Talai village is located in Akrani Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talai?
Talai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talai?
The pincode of Talai is 425414.
What is the population of Talai?
Talai had a total population of 1,639, including 825 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Talai?
Talai had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talai was 64.38%. Male literacy was 70.71% and female literacy was 58.27%.