Tale - Khed, Ratnagiri
Tale is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khed and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Tale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tale is 565024. The village covers a total geographical area of 999.37 hectares and falls under the 415709 pincode. Khed is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tale 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 Tale
As per Census 2011, Tale village has a total population of 1,352 people, consisting of 633 males and 719 females. The village has 329 households and a sex ratio of 1,135 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 945 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,352 | 633 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 478 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 155 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Tale
Tale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nilavane | West | 2.35 km |
| Shiravali | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Apede | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Jaitapur | East | 3.51 km |
| Sondye | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Shingri | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Chinchwadi | South | 3.76 km |
| Kartel | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Ghera Rasalgad | East | 3.99 km |
| Pure Bk. | North | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tale
Public transport in the Tale 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 79.6 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 Khed to Tale is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Tale is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tale 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 Tale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tale 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tale
Where is Tale located?
Tale village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tale?
Tale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tale?
The pincode of Tale is 415709.
What is the population of Tale?
Tale has a total population of 1,352, including 633 males and 719 females.
How many households are there in Tale?
There are 329 households in Tale.
What is the literacy rate in Tale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tale is 69.90%. Male literacy is 75.51% and female literacy is 64.95%.