Taighat - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Taighat is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Taighat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taighat is 562959. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 412805 pincode. Panchgani is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Taighat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Taighat
As per Census 2011, Taighat village has a total population of 455 people, consisting of 219 males and 236 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taighat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 219 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 191 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 28 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Taighat
Taighat is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Taighat
Taighat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Panchgani to Taighat is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Taighat is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taighat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taighat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Taighat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taighat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taighat
Where is Taighat located?
Taighat village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taighat?
Taighat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taighat?
The pincode of Taighat is 412805.
What is the population of Taighat?
Taighat has a total population of 455, including 219 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Taighat?
There are 101 households in Taighat.
What is the literacy rate in Taighat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taighat is 80.22%. Male literacy is 87.21% and female literacy is 73.73%.