Talavade - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Talavade is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Talavde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talavade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talavade is 565908. The village covers a total geographical area of 804 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Talavade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talavade
As per Census 2011, Talavade village has a total population of 787 people, consisting of 375 males and 412 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 574 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talavade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 787 | 375 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 18 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 310 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 65 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Talavade
Talavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kangavali | West | 2.57 km |
| Kurchumb | East | 2.83 km |
| Ghativale Kh. | North | 2.93 km |
| Ghativale | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Adavali | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Yeravande | South | 3.63 km |
| Asage | South | 3.89 km |
| Dabhole Kh. | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Veral | West | 4.50 km |
| Shirambavali | North-West | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talavade
Talavade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Talavade is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talavade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talavade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talavade
Where is Talavade located?
Talavade village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talavade?
The Gram Panchayat of Talavade is Talavde.
What is the pincode of Talavade?
The pincode of Talavade is 416712.
What is the population of Talavade?
Talavade has a total population of 787, including 375 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Talavade?
There are 204 households in Talavade.
What is the literacy rate in Talavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talavade is 72.94%. Male literacy is 82.67% and female literacy is 64.08%.