Talegaon - Murbad, Thane
Talegaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Talegoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talegaon is 553201. The village covers a total geographical area of 1807.6 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Talegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talegaon
As per Census 2011, Talegaon village has a total population of 1,395 people, consisting of 706 males and 689 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 945 literate and 450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 495 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Talegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,395 | 706 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 70 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 66 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 495 | 241 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 554 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 152 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Talegaon
Talegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fangaloshi | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Khed | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Gunde | North | 4.02 km |
| Shelgaon | West | 4.11 km |
| Jadai | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Dighephal | South | 4.84 km |
| Alawe | North-West | 5.09 km |
| Khutal Baragaon | South | 5.11 km |
| Mandus | North-West | 5.54 km |
| Merdi | East | 5.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talegaon
Public transport in the Talegaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kasara, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalyan to Talegaon is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Talegaon is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Talegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Talegaon
Where is Talegaon located?
Talegaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Talegaon is Talegoan.
What is the pincode of Talegaon?
The pincode of Talegaon is 421401.
What is the population of Talegaon?
Talegaon has a total population of 1,395, including 706 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Talegaon?
There are 327 households in Talegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Talegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talegaon is 67.74%. Male literacy is 78.47% and female literacy is 56.75%.