Talpada - Surgana, Nashik
Talpada is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Bhadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talpada is 549653. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.36 hectares and falls under the 422211 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Talpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talpada
According to the 2011 Census, Talpada village had a total population of 862 people, including 454 males and 408 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.60%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 52.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 861.
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 | 862 | 454 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 97 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 861 | 453 | 408 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 238 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 216 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Talpada
Talpada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karanjali | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Chinchpada | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Karwande | East | 2.63 km |
| Bubli | South | 2.84 km |
| Malgavhan | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Ladgaon | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Nawapur | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Ahmadgavhan | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Hatti Bk. | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Bhadar | North-West | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talpada
Talpada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.8 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 Nashik to Talpada is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Talpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Talpada
Where is Talpada located?
Talpada village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Talpada is Bhadar.
What is the pincode of Talpada?
The pincode of Talpada is 422211.
What is the population of Talpada?
Talpada had a total population of 862, including 454 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Talpada?
Talpada had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talpada was 59.60%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 52.08%.