Tarkarli - Malwan, Sindhudurg
Tarkarli is a village situated in the Malwan tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malwan and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Tarkarli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarkarli is 566598. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.48 hectares and falls under the 416605 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Tarkarli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarkarli
According to the 2011 Census, Tarkarli village had a total population of 1,780 people, including 877 males and 903 females, living in 490 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.68%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 88.46%.
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 | 1,780 | 877 | 903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,544 | 793 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 84 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Tarkarli
Tarkarli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tarkarli
Public transport in the Tarkarli is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Tarkarli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Tarkarli is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarkarli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarkarli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarkarli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarkarli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tarkarli
Where is Tarkarli located?
Tarkarli village is located in Malwan Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarkarli?
Tarkarli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarkarli?
The pincode of Tarkarli is 416605.
What is the population of Tarkarli?
Tarkarli had a total population of 1,780, including 877 males and 903 females.
How many households are there in Tarkarli?
Tarkarli had 490 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarkarli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarkarli was 92.68%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 88.46%.