Talsure - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Talsure is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 156 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Talsure village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talsure is 564935. The village covers a total geographical area of 927.11 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Talsure village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talsure
According to the 2011 Census, Talsure village had a total population of 1,426 people, including 640 males and 786 females, living in 403 households. The sex ratio was 1,228 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.37%, with male literacy at 88.27% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 1,426 | 640 | 786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 43 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,015 | 527 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 113 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Talsure
Talsure 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borghar | South | 2.06 km |
| Nargoli | East | 2.08 km |
| Brahmanwadi | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Apti | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Mauje Dapoli | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Karanjani | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Shirde | South | 3.78 km |
| Walane | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Kherdi | North | 4.19 km |
| Kumbhave | East | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talsure
Talsure is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khed, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dapoli Camp to Talsure is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Talsure is about 156 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talsure
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talsure 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talsure
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talsure 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talsure
Where is Talsure located?
Talsure village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talsure?
Talsure is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talsure?
The pincode of Talsure is 415712.
What is the population of Talsure?
Talsure had a total population of 1,426, including 640 males and 786 females.
How many households are there in Talsure?
Talsure had 403 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talsure?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talsure was 76.37%. Male literacy was 88.27% and female literacy was 66.67%.