Talekhal - Murbad, Thane
Talekhal is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Dehari serves as the Village Panchayat for Talekhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talekhal is 553261. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.54 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Talekhal 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 Talekhal
According to the 2011 Census, Talekhal village had a total population of 489 people, including 238 males and 251 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.62%, with male literacy at 93.81% and female literacy at 79.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 489 | 238 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 197 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 41 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Talekhal
Talekhal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dehari | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Uchale | South | 1.53 km |
| Kalambhe | North | 1.75 km |
| Tulai | West | 2.03 km |
| Gorakhagad | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Kalambhad (mu) | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Khopivali | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Narivali | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Padale | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Bandhivali | West | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talekhal
Talekhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vangani, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| 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 Kalyan to Talekhal is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Talekhal is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talekhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talekhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talekhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Talekhal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Talekhal
Where is Talekhal located?
Talekhal village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Talekhal?
The Village Panchayat of Talekhal is Dehari.
What is the pincode of Talekhal?
The pincode of Talekhal is 421401.
What is the population of Talekhal?
Talekhal had a total population of 489, including 238 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Talekhal?
Talekhal had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talekhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talekhal was 86.62%. Male literacy was 93.81% and female literacy was 79.63%.