Talgaon - Karad, Satara
Talgaon is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Talgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talgaon is 564613. The village covers a total geographical area of 605 hectares and falls under the 415111 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Talgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talgaon
As per Census 2011, Talgaon village has a total population of 1,869 people, consisting of 924 males and 945 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,370 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,869 | 924 | 945 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 128 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,370 | 729 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 195 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Talgaon
Talgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Savade | North | 1.92 km |
| Ghogaon | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Undale | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Maharugadewadi | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Havelwadi | North | 2.99 km |
| Mhasoli | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Jinti | South | 4.31 km |
| Latakewadi | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Akaichiwadi | South | 4.78 km |
| Ond | North-East | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talgaon
Talgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Talgaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Talgaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talgaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talgaon
Where is Talgaon located?
Talgaon village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talgaon?
Talgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talgaon?
The pincode of Talgaon is 415111.
What is the population of Talgaon?
Talgaon has a total population of 1,869, including 924 males and 945 females.
How many households are there in Talgaon?
There are 412 households in Talgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Talgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talgaon is 73.30%. Male literacy is 78.90% and female literacy is 67.83%.