Taral - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Taral is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Taral village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taral is 566073. The village covers a total geographical area of 1138.16 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Taral 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 Taral
As per Census 2011, Taral village has a total population of 1,538 people, consisting of 712 males and 826 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 1,160 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,105 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,538 | 712 | 826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 61 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,105 | 594 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 118 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Taral
Taral 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chauke | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Upale | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Kumbhavade | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Karshingewadi | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Nanar | West | 4.61 km |
| Palekarwadi | South | 4.79 km |
| Prindrawan | East | 5.15 km |
| Manche | South-East | 5.32 km |
| Mahalunge | North | 5.67 km |
| Dongar | North | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taral
Taral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 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 Rajapur to Taral is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Taral is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taral 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 Taral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taral 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 Taral
Where is Taral located?
Taral village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taral?
Taral is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taral?
The pincode of Taral is 416702.
What is the population of Taral?
Taral has a total population of 1,538, including 712 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Taral?
There are 406 households in Taral.
What is the literacy rate in Taral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taral is 71.85%. Male literacy is 83.43% and female literacy is 61.86%.