Talegaon - Ashti, Wardha
Talegaon is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Talegaon Shyamji(pant serves as the Gram Panchayat for Talegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talegaon is 533512. The village covers a total geographical area of 1205 hectares and falls under the 442201 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Talegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Talegaon village had a total population of 1,867 people, including 949 males and 918 females, living in 454 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.77%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 88.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 235, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 1,867 | 949 | 918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 100 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 119 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,565 | 824 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 125 | 177 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharashi | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Durgapur | West | 2.54 km |
| Ramdara | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Jamner | South | 3.21 km |
| Indarmari | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Abdalpur | West | 3.54 km |
| Bahadarpur | West | 3.63 km |
| Aloda | East | 3.69 km |
| Tembha | West | 3.72 km |
| Sakindapur | South-West | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Talegaon
Talegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Morshi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.8 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 Arvi to Talegaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Talegaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Talegaon
Where is Talegaon located?
Talegaon village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Talegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Talegaon is Talegaon Shyamji(pant.
What is the pincode of Talegaon?
The pincode of Talegaon is 442201.
What is the population of Talegaon?
Talegaon had a total population of 1,867, including 949 males and 918 females.
How many households are there in Talegaon?
Talegaon had 454 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talegaon was 92.77%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 88.42%.