Taighat
About Taighat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Taighat village is 562959. Taighat village is located in Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Mahabaleshwar (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Taighat village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 133 hectares. Taighat has a total population of 455 peoples, out of which male population is 219 while female population is 236. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1077 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of taighat village is 80.22% out of which 87.21% males and 73.73% females are literate. There are about 101 houses in taighat village. Pincode of taighat village locality is 412805.
When it comes to administration, Taighat village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Taighat village comes under Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Satara Lok Sabha constituency. Panchgani is nearest town to taighat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Taighat
The population details of Taighat cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 219 | 236 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 365 | 191 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 28 | 62 |
Connectivity of Taighat
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Taighat
Where is Taighat located?
Taighat village is situated in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taighat?
Taighat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Taighat?
The pincode of Taighat is 412805, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Taighat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taighat is 455, with 219 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Taighat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Taighat village has a total of 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taighat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taighat is 80.22%. The male literacy rate is 87.21%, while the female literacy rate is 73.73%.