Talashet - Mangaon, Raigad
Talashet is a village situated in the Mangaon tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Mangaon and around 67 km from Alibag. Talashet village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talashet is 554621. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 402112 pincode. Roha Ashtami is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Talashet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talashet
As per Census 2011, Talashet village has a total population of 4,028 people, consisting of 2,077 males and 1,951 females. The village has 947 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,133 literate and 895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 477 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talashet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,028 | 2,077 | 1,951 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 247 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 218 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 3,133 | 1,679 | 1,454 |
| Illiterate Population | 895 | 398 | 497 |
Nearby Villages of Talashet
Talashet 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umaroli Tarfe Diwali | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Wadhawan | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Kolhan | South | 1.62 km |
| Nagroli | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Kashene | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Rudravali | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Wighavali | South | 2.35 km |
| Makti | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Potner | North | 2.82 km |
| Kalsambade | South-West | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talashet
Talashet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Indapur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roha Ashtami to Talashet is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Talashet is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talashet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talashet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talashet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talashet 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Talashet
Where is Talashet located?
Talashet village is located in Mangaon Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talashet?
Talashet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talashet?
The pincode of Talashet is 402112.
What is the population of Talashet?
Talashet has a total population of 4,028, including 2,077 males and 1,951 females.
How many households are there in Talashet?
There are 947 households in Talashet.
What is the literacy rate in Talashet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talashet is 77.78%. Male literacy is 80.84% and female literacy is 74.53%.