Talawane - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Talawane is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Talavane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talawane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talawane is 566884. The village covers a total geographical area of 1016 hectares and falls under the 416513 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Talawane 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 Talawane
As per Census 2011, Talawane village has a total population of 1,683 people, consisting of 853 males and 830 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,311 literate and 372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talawane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,683 | 853 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 89 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,311 | 706 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 147 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Talawane
Talawane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kinale | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Gulduve | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Sateli Tarf Satarda | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Savarjuva | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Kondure | North | 2.98 km |
| Kavthani | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Aronda | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Nanos | West | 4.23 km |
| Dandeli | North | 4.28 km |
| Bhatpavani | West | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talawane
Talawane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pernem, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.3 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 Talawane is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Talawane is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talawane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talawane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talawane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talawane 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 Talawane
Where is Talawane located?
Talawane village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talawane?
The Gram Panchayat of Talawane is Talavane.
What is the pincode of Talawane?
The pincode of Talawane is 416513.
What is the population of Talawane?
Talawane has a total population of 1,683, including 853 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Talawane?
There are 389 households in Talawane.
What is the literacy rate in Talawane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talawane is 77.90%. Male literacy is 82.77% and female literacy is 72.89%.