Talavade - Mhasla, Raigad
Talavade is a village situated in the Mhasla tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 73 km from Mhasla and around 137 km from Alibag. Kole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talavade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talavade is 554957. The village covers a total geographical area of 379 hectares and falls under the 402105 pincode. Shrivardhan is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Talavade 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 Talavade
As per Census 2011, Talavade village has a total population of 180 people, consisting of 69 males and 111 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,608 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 125 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talavade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 69 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 58 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 11 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Talavade
Talavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kole | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Ghumari | East | 2.26 km |
| Bandwadi | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Kinjalghar | East | 2.59 km |
| Gothe | South | 2.67 km |
| Konzari | North | 2.90 km |
| Nigadi | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Dharavali | West | 3.44 km |
| Borkhat | South | 3.86 km |
| Bhamghar | South-East | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talavade
Talavade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Veer, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shrivardhan to Talavade is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Talavade is about 137 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 Talavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talavade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talavade 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Talavade
Where is Talavade located?
Talavade village is located in Mhasla Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talavade?
The Gram Panchayat of Talavade is Kole.
What is the pincode of Talavade?
The pincode of Talavade is 402105.
What is the population of Talavade?
Talavade has a total population of 180, including 69 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Talavade?
There are 77 households in Talavade.
What is the literacy rate in Talavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talavade is 69.44%. Male literacy is 84.06% and female literacy is 60.36%.