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
According to the 2011 Census, Talegaon village had a total population of 817 people, including 398 males and 419 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.23%, with male literacy at 98.08% and female literacy at 92.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 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 had a total population of 817, including 398 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Talegaon?
Talegaon had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talegaon was 95.23%. Male literacy was 98.08% and female literacy was 92.56%.