Taighat
Taighat is a village 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.
Taighat has its own place in the vibrant Satara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Taighat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taighat is 562959. The village spans a total geographical area of 133 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 412805. Panchgani is nearest town to Taighat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Taighat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Taighat
Population of Taighat
Below is a concise population overview of Taighat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 219 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 365 | 191 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 28 | 62 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Taighat village:
- The total population of Taighat village is around 455, including approximately 219 males and 236 females, with a sex ratio of 1077 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Taighat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Taighat village has 44 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Taighat village is about 80.22%, with male literacy at 87.21% and female literacy at 73.73%.
- There are around 101 households in Taighat village.
Connectivity of Taighat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taighat. As per the 2011 stats, Taighat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Taighat
Knowing the nearby villages of Taighat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taighat.
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%.