Talere - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Talere is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Talere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talere is 566406. The village covers a total geographical area of 605.56 hectares and falls under the 416801 pincode. Kankavli is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Talere 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 Talere
As per Census 2011, Talere village has a total population of 2,211 people, consisting of 1,116 males and 1,095 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,701 literate and 510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,211 | 1,116 | 1,095 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 140 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 71 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,701 | 871 | 830 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 245 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Talere
Talere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Audumbarnagar | East | 2.09 km |
| Darum | South | 2.26 km |
| Saliste | North | 2.59 km |
| Burambavade | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Uttar Dakshin Gavthan | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Welgive | West | 4.26 km |
| Gavane | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Anandnagar | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Jambhulgaon | East | 4.77 km |
| Ozaram | South | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talere
Talere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vaibhavwadi Rd, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kankavli to Talere is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Talere is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talere 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 Talere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talere
Where is Talere located?
Talere village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talere?
Talere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talere?
The pincode of Talere is 416801.
What is the population of Talere?
Talere has a total population of 2,211, including 1,116 males and 1,095 females.
How many households are there in Talere?
There are 540 households in Talere.
What is the literacy rate in Talere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talere is 76.93%. Male literacy is 78.05% and female literacy is 75.80%.