Tavarkhed (Old) - Almel, Vijayapura
Tavarkhed (Old) is a village situated in the Almel taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 31 km from Sindgi and around 91 km from Bijapur. Kadani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tavarkhed (Old) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tavarkhed (Old) is 599294. The village covers a total geographical area of 682.14 hectares and falls under the 586202 pincode. Sindgi is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Tavarkhed (Old) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tavarkhed (Old)
As per Census 2011, Tavarkhed (Old) village has a total population of 1,213 people, consisting of 622 males and 591 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tavarkhed (Old) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,213 | 622 | 591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 100 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 371 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 251 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Tavarkhed (Old)
Tavarkhed (Old) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarapur (old) | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Kadani | West | 3.04 km |
| Dudangi | East | 3.27 km |
| Bhosga | North | 4.12 km |
| Hiriyal | North | 4.32 km |
| Madanalli | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Hanchinal | South-West | 5.11 km |
| Byadgihal (old) | East | 5.66 km |
| Arjunagi [k.h.] | South-West | 5.70 km |
| Mangaroli | East | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tavarkhed (Old)
Tavarkhed (Old) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 46.9 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 Sindgi to Tavarkhed (Old) is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Tavarkhed (Old) is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tavarkhed (Old)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tavarkhed (Old) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tavarkhed (Old)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tavarkhed (Old) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tavarkhed (Old)
Where is Tavarkhed (Old) located?
Tavarkhed (Old) village is located in Almel Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tavarkhed (Old)?
The Gram Panchayat of Tavarkhed (Old) is Kadani.
What is the pincode of Tavarkhed (Old)?
The pincode of Tavarkhed (Old) is 586202.
What is the population of Tavarkhed (Old)?
Tavarkhed (Old) has a total population of 1,213, including 622 males and 591 females.
How many households are there in Tavarkhed (Old)?
There are 204 households in Tavarkhed (Old).
What is the literacy rate in Tavarkhed (Old)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tavarkhed (Old) is 50.37%. Male literacy is 59.65% and female literacy is 40.61%.