Talegaon - Chiplun, Ratnagiri
Talegaon is a village situated in the Chiplun tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chiplun and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talegaon is 565207. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.28 hectares and falls under the 415701 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Talegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talegaon
As per Census 2011, Talegaon village has a total population of 817 people, consisting of 398 males and 419 females. The village has 210 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 719 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 817 | 398 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 44 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 358 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 40 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Talegaon
Talegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jodhagaon | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Pathardi | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Kumbharwadi | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Umroli | West | 2.47 km |
| Devkherki | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Raulgaon | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Katroli | North | 3.30 km |
| Shirvali | South | 3.68 km |
| Malghar | East | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talegaon
Talegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamathe, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.3 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 Chiplun to Talegaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Talegaon is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talegaon
Where is Talegaon located?
Talegaon village is located in Chiplun Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Talegaon is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Talegaon?
The pincode of Talegaon is 415701.
What is the population of Talegaon?
Talegaon has a total population of 817, including 398 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Talegaon?
There are 210 households in Talegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Talegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talegaon is 88.00%. Male literacy is 89.95% and female literacy is 86.16%.