Tiwra - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Tiwra is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Tiwra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tiwra is 533348. The village covers a total geographical area of 897.08 hectares and falls under the 444709 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Tiwra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tiwra
As per Census 2011, Tiwra village has a total population of 1,529 people, consisting of 780 males and 749 females. The village has 408 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,182 literate and 347 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tiwra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,529 | 780 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 82 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 231 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,182 | 653 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 127 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Tiwra
Tiwra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mambapur | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Ghusali | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Supalwada | West | 2.13 km |
| Wadgaon Bhatt (u) | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Ismailpur | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Jalgaon Arvi | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Kamnapur | South | 3.13 km |
| Wadgaon Bajdi | North | 3.54 km |
| Wadgaon Rajdi | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Dhanodi | South-West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tiwra
Tiwra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dipore, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dattapur Dhamangaon to Tiwra is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Tiwra is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tiwra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tiwra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tiwra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tiwra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tiwra
Where is Tiwra located?
Tiwra village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tiwra?
Tiwra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tiwra?
The pincode of Tiwra is 444709.
What is the population of Tiwra?
Tiwra has a total population of 1,529, including 780 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Tiwra?
There are 408 households in Tiwra.
What is the literacy rate in Tiwra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tiwra is 77.31%. Male literacy is 83.72% and female literacy is 70.63%.