Talavade - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Talavade is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Talavade village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talavade is 566874. The village covers a total geographical area of 710 hectares and falls under the 416529 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Talavade 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 Talavade
According to the 2011 Census, Talavade village had a total population of 2,620 people, including 1,284 males and 1,336 females, living in 614 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.14%, with male literacy at 93.18% and female literacy at 81.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 385.
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 | 2,620 | 1,284 | 1,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 111 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 178 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,101 | 1,093 | 1,008 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 191 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Talavade
Talavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumbharwada | North | 1.98 km |
| Niravade | East | 2.68 km |
| Pendur | South | 3.05 km |
| Hodawada | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Bada | North | 3.56 km |
| Matond | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Nhaveli | South | 4.43 km |
| Malgaon | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Sonurli | South-East | 4.62 km |
| Khatarwadi | West | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talavade
Public transport in the Talavade is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sawantwadi Road, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Talavade is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Talavade 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 Talavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talavade 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 Talavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talavade 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Talavade
Where is Talavade located?
Talavade village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Talavade?
Talavade is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talavade?
The pincode of Talavade is 416529.
What is the population of Talavade?
Talavade had a total population of 2,620, including 1,284 males and 1,336 females.
How many households are there in Talavade?
Talavade had 614 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talavade was 87.14%. Male literacy was 93.18% and female literacy was 81.42%.