Talwada - Vikramgad, Palghar
Talwada is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Vikramgad and around 117 km from Thane. Talawada serves as the Village Panchayat for Talwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talwada is 551757. The village covers a total geographical area of 651.8 hectares and falls under the 401607 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Talwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talwada
According to the 2011 Census, Talwada village had a total population of 3,582 people, including 1,820 males and 1,762 females, living in 641 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.54%, with male literacy at 73.39% and female literacy at 55.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,411.
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 | 3,582 | 1,820 | 1,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 264 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,411 | 1,735 | 1,676 |
| Literate Population | 1,989 | 1,142 | 847 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,593 | 678 | 915 |
Nearby Villages of Talwada
Talwada 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 Talwada
Talwada 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahanu to Talwada is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Talwada is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talwada 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Talwada
Where is Talwada located?
Talwada village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Talwada?
The Village Panchayat of Talwada is Talawada.
What is the pincode of Talwada?
The pincode of Talwada is 401607.
What is the population of Talwada?
Talwada had a total population of 3,582, including 1,820 males and 1,762 females.
How many households are there in Talwada?
Talwada had 641 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talwada was 64.54%. Male literacy was 73.39% and female literacy was 55.50%.