Talavali - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Talavali is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Talavali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talavali is 565369. The village covers a total geographical area of 1188.19 hectares and falls under the 415719 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Talavali 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 Talavali
As per Census 2011, Talavali village has a total population of 2,328 people, consisting of 1,035 males and 1,293 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 1,249 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,666 literate and 662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talavali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,328 | 1,035 | 1,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 121 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,666 | 827 | 839 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 208 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Talavali
Talavali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parchuri | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Kharyachakond | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Karul | West | 1.65 km |
| Katakiri | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Visapur | North | 2.79 km |
| Peve | West | 2.83 km |
| Nigundal | South | 3.38 km |
| Parchuri Kh. | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Daphalewadi | East | 4.05 km |
| Vadad | East | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talavali
Talavali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.7 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 Talavali is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Talavali is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talavali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talavali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talavali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talavali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talavali
Where is Talavali located?
Talavali village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talavali?
Talavali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talavali?
The pincode of Talavali is 415719.
What is the population of Talavali?
Talavali has a total population of 2,328, including 1,035 males and 1,293 females.
How many households are there in Talavali?
There are 640 households in Talavali.
What is the literacy rate in Talavali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talavali is 71.56%. Male literacy is 79.90% and female literacy is 64.89%.