Talewad - Akkalkot, Solapur
Talewad is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Talewad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talewad is 562912. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.27 hectares and falls under the 413216 pincode. Maindargi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Talewad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talewad
As per Census 2011, Talewad village has a total population of 1,314 people, consisting of 692 males and 622 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 787 literate and 527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talewad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,314 | 692 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 92 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 488 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 204 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Talewad
Talewad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Binjger | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Boroti Bk | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Satan Dudhani | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Boroti Kh. | South | 3.41 km |
| Andewadi (jahangir ) | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Sevanagar | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Sangogi (b) | East | 4.70 km |
| Kalappawadi | West | 4.79 km |
| Babalad | South | 5.60 km |
| Nagore | North-East | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talewad
Public transport in the Talewad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Boroti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.6 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maindargi to Talewad is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Talewad is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talewad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talewad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Talewad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talewad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Talewad
Where is Talewad located?
Talewad village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talewad?
Talewad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Talewad?
The pincode of Talewad is 413216.
What is the population of Talewad?
Talewad has a total population of 1,314, including 692 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Talewad?
There are 273 households in Talewad.
What is the literacy rate in Talewad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talewad is 59.89%. Male literacy is 70.52% and female literacy is 48.07%.