Talkat - Dodamarg, Sindhudurg
Talkat is a village situated in the Dodamarg tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasai and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Talkat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talkat is 566929. The village covers a total geographical area of 558.32 hectares and falls under the 416511 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Talkat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talkat
As per Census 2011, Talkat village has a total population of 964 people, consisting of 465 males and 499 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 754 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talkat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 964 | 465 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 383 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 82 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Talkat
Talkat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolzar | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Padve Majgaon | North | 2.05 km |
| Zolambe | North | 3.28 km |
| Padve | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Morgaon | West | 3.61 km |
| Kumbral | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Ugade | South-West | 3.68 km |
| Adali | South-West | 4.75 km |
| Bhikekonal | South | 4.91 km |
| Shirwal | South-East | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talkat
Talkat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madure, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 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 Sawantwadi to Talkat is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Talkat is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talkat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talkat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talkat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talkat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talkat
Where is Talkat located?
Talkat village is located in Dodamarg Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talkat?
Talkat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talkat?
The pincode of Talkat is 416511.
What is the population of Talkat?
Talkat has a total population of 964, including 465 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Talkat?
There are 247 households in Talkat.
What is the literacy rate in Talkat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talkat is 78.22%. Male literacy is 82.37% and female literacy is 74.35%.