Talebajar Village - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Talebajar 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 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talebajar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talebajar is 566288. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.73 hectares and falls under the 416611 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Talebajar 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 Talebajar
As per Census 2011, Talebajar village has a total population of 689 people, consisting of 361 males and 328 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talebajar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 689 | 361 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 47 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 286 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 75 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Talebajar
Talebajar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagatalavade | East | 0.99 km |
| Talavade | West | 1.13 km |
| Chandoshi | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Tembavali | West | 2.77 km |
| Wareri | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Gadhitamhane | East | 3.82 km |
| Wanivade | North | 4.17 km |
| Mond | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Rahateshwar | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Valivande | South-East | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talebajar
Talebajar 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 69.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malwan to Talebajar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Talebajar 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 Talebajar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talebajar 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 Talebajar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talebajar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talebajar
Where is Talebajar located?
Talebajar village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talebajar?
The Gram Panchayat of Talebajar is Talavade.
What is the pincode of Talebajar?
The pincode of Talebajar is 416611.
What is the population of Talebajar?
Talebajar has a total population of 689, including 361 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Talebajar?
There are 159 households in Talebajar.
What is the literacy rate in Talebajar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talebajar is 78.08%. Male literacy is 79.22% and female literacy is 76.83%.