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
According to the 2011 Census, Talere village had a total population of 2,211 people, including 1,116 males and 1,095 females, living in 540 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.56%, with male literacy at 89.24% and female literacy at 83.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 154, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 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 had a total population of 2,211, including 1,116 males and 1,095 females.
How many households are there in Talere?
Talere had 540 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talere was 86.56%. Male literacy was 89.24% and female literacy was 83.92%.