Talvat Khed - Khed, Ratnagiri
Talvat Khed is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khed and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Talvalkhed serves as the Village Panchayat for Talvat Khed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talvat Khed is 565162. The village covers a total geographical area of 718.18 hectares and falls under the 415718 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Talvat Khed 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 Talvat Khed
According to the 2011 Census, Talvat Khed village had a total population of 440 people, including 206 males and 234 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.19%, with male literacy at 92.66% and female literacy at 73.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 440 | 206 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 164 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 42 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Talvat Khed
Talvat Khed is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Talvat Khed
Talvat Khed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Talvat Khed is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Talvat Khed is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talvat Khed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talvat Khed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talvat Khed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talvat Khed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talvat Khed
Where is Talvat Khed located?
Talvat Khed village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Talvat Khed?
The Village Panchayat of Talvat Khed is Talvalkhed.
What is the pincode of Talvat Khed?
The pincode of Talvat Khed is 415718.
What is the population of Talvat Khed?
Talvat Khed had a total population of 440, including 206 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Talvat Khed?
Talvat Khed had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talvat Khed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talvat Khed was 82.19%. Male literacy was 92.66% and female literacy was 73.61%.