Takweli - Niwas, Mandla
Takweli is a village situated in the Niwas tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwas and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Maneri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takweli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takweli is 492540. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.52 hectares and falls under the 481885 pincode. Niwas is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Takweli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Takweli
As per Census 2011, Takweli village has a total population of 652 people, consisting of 325 males and 327 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 361 literate and 291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 444 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takweli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 652 | 325 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 216 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 217 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 108 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Takweli
Takweli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhurki | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Katangi (bhabhera) | South | 2.31 km |
| Mendhi (medhi) | West | 2.33 km |
| Maneri(medhi) | East | 2.52 km |
| Bilnagari Mal. | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Chikhali Mal. | South | 2.82 km |
| Bilnagari Ryt. | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Pondi (bhanwarda) | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Bhabhera Mal. | South | 4.08 km |
| Ranipur | North | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Takweli
Takweli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jamtara Paraswara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Niwas to Takweli is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Takweli is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takweli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takweli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Takweli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takweli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Takweli
Where is Takweli located?
Takweli village is located in Niwas Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takweli?
The Gram Panchayat of Takweli is Maneri.
What is the pincode of Takweli?
The pincode of Takweli is 481885.
What is the population of Takweli?
Takweli has a total population of 652, including 325 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Takweli?
There are 147 households in Takweli.
What is the literacy rate in Takweli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takweli is 55.37%. Male literacy is 66.77% and female literacy is 44.04%.