Talavade - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Talavade is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Talavade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talavade is 566287. The village covers a total geographical area of 462.81 hectares and falls under the 416611 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Talavade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talavade
As per Census 2011, Talavade village has a total population of 1,163 people, consisting of 544 males and 619 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 1,137 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 912 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talavade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,163 | 544 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 912 | 462 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 82 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Talavade
Talavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talebajar | East | 1.13 km |
| Tembavali | West | 1.65 km |
| Bagatalavade | East | 2.02 km |
| Wareri | South | 3.11 km |
| Mond | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Chandoshi | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Wanivade | North | 3.82 km |
| Kalvi | West | 4.02 km |
| Mondpar | North | 4.15 km |
| Dabhole | South-West | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talavade
Talavade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.6 km.
| 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 Malwan to Talavade is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Talavade is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talavade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talavade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talavade
Where is Talavade located?
Talavade village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talavade?
Talavade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talavade?
The pincode of Talavade is 416611.
What is the population of Talavade?
Talavade has a total population of 1,163, including 544 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Talavade?
There are 288 households in Talavade.
What is the literacy rate in Talavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talavade is 78.42%. Male literacy is 84.93% and female literacy is 72.70%.