taluke

A taluke, also spelled taluka or tehsil, is an administrative subdivision found in several countries, most notably in India and Pakistan. It serves as a local government unit below the district level. The primary function of a taluke is to facilitate the administration and governance of a specific geographical area within a larger district.

Each taluke is typically overseen by a government official, often referred to as a Tahsildar or Talukdar. This official is responsible for various administrative tasks, including land revenue collection, maintaining land records, and overseeing local development projects. They also act as a judicial magistrate for minor offenses.

The boundaries of a taluke are defined based on population, geographical features, and administrative convenience. Within a taluke, there are usually smaller administrative units such as villages or groups of villages, which are the most basic level of local governance. The taluke system helps in decentralizing power and bringing administration closer to the people. It plays a crucial role in the implementation of government policies and programs at the grassroots level, ensuring efficient delivery of services to the citizens residing in its jurisdiction.