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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Taighat village had a total population of 455 people, including 219 males and 236 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.02%, with male literacy at 96.46% and female literacy at 82.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Taighat?
Taighat is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taighat?
The pincode of Taighat is 412805.
What is the population of Taighat?
Taighat had a total population of 455, including 219 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Taighat?
Taighat had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taighat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taighat was 89.02%. Male literacy was 96.46% and female literacy was 82.08%.