Telawade - Murud, Raigad
Telawade is a village situated in the Murud tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from Murud and around 52 km from Alibag. Telwade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Telawade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telawade is 554256. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.42 hectares and falls under the 402401 pincode. Murud is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Telawade 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 Telawade
As per Census 2011, Telawade village has a total population of 683 people, consisting of 304 males and 379 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 1,246 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 482 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Telawade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 683 | 304 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 31 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 35 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 242 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 62 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Telawade
Telawade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Murud | West | 1.79 km |
| Wawdungi | East | 1.83 km |
| Josranjan | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Khatibkhar | South | 2.79 km |
| Eakdara | South | 2.89 km |
| Wave | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Vihour | West | 3.07 km |
| Saigaon | East | 3.08 km |
| Shighre | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Araoghar | North-West | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telawade
Telawade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Roha, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.1 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 Murud to Telawade is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Telawade is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telawade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telawade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Telawade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telawade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Telawade
Where is Telawade located?
Telawade village is located in Murud Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telawade?
The Gram Panchayat of Telawade is Telwade.
What is the pincode of Telawade?
The pincode of Telawade is 402401.
What is the population of Telawade?
Telawade has a total population of 683, including 304 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Telawade?
There are 165 households in Telawade.
What is the literacy rate in Telawade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telawade is 70.57%. Male literacy is 79.61% and female literacy is 63.32%.