Talwade - Malegaon, Nashik
Talwade is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Talwade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwade is 550225. The village covers a total geographical area of 2902 hectares and falls under the 423108 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Talwade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwade
According to the 2011 Census, Talwade village had a total population of 7,249 people, including 3,740 males and 3,509 females, living in 1,482 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.65%, with male literacy at 86.37% and female literacy at 72.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 584, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,207.
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 | 7,249 | 3,740 | 3,509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,072 | 577 | 495 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 584 | 296 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,207 | 605 | 602 |
| Literate Population | 4,920 | 2,732 | 2,188 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,329 | 1,008 | 1,321 |
Nearby Villages of Talwade
Talwade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandharun | South | 2.80 km |
| Dundhe | North | 3.25 km |
| Lakhamapur | South | 4.62 km |
| Yashawantnagar | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Belgaon | South-East | 5.34 km |
| Dhavali Vihir | South-East | 5.64 km |
| Jalgaon (ga.) | East | 6.01 km |
| Surane | North-West | 6.03 km |
| Satmane | North-East | 6.11 km |
| Vaygaon | North | 6.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talwade
Public transport in the Talwade is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manmad Jn, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.5 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 Malegaon to Talwade is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Talwade is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwade 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 Talwade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwade 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Talwade
Where is Talwade located?
Talwade village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talwade?
Talwade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talwade?
The pincode of Talwade is 423108.
What is the population of Talwade?
Talwade had a total population of 7,249, including 3,740 males and 3,509 females.
How many households are there in Talwade?
Talwade had 1,482 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwade was 79.65%. Male literacy was 86.37% and female literacy was 72.59%.