Talband - Alibag, Raigad
Talband is a village situated in the Alibag tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from Alibag and around 16 km from Alibag. Shahabaj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talband village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talband is 554098. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.53 hectares and falls under the 402108 pincode. Alibag is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Talband village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alibag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talband
According to the 2011 Census, Talband village had a total population of 492 people, including 270 males and 222 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.85%, with male literacy at 97.81% and female literacy at 91.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 492 | 270 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 42 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 223 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 47 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Talband
Talband 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 Talband
Talband 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 Alibag to Talband is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talband
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talband 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Talband
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talband village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talband
Where is Talband located?
Talband village is located in Alibag Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talband?
The Gram Panchayat of Talband is Shahabaj.
What is the pincode of Talband?
The pincode of Talband is 402108.
What is the population of Talband?
Talband had a total population of 492, including 270 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Talband?
Talband had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talband?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talband was 94.85%. Male literacy was 97.81% and female literacy was 91.46%.