Tapowan - Aundha (Nagnath), Hingoli
Tapowan is a village situated in the Aundha (Nagnath) tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aundha (nagnath) and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Tapowan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tapowan is 546083. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.8 hectares and falls under the 431705 pincode. Basmath is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Tapowan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basmath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tapowan
According to the 2011 Census, Tapowan village had a total population of 2,587 people, including 1,315 males and 1,272 females, living in 469 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.23%, with male literacy at 82.91% and female literacy at 61.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 412.
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 | 2,587 | 1,315 | 1,272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 174 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 412 | 207 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,628 | 946 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 369 | 590 |
Nearby Villages of Tapowan
Tapowan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tapowan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tapowan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basmath to Tapowan is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Tapowan is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tapowan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tapowan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tapowan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tapowan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tapowan
Where is Tapowan located?
Tapowan village is located in Aundha (Nagnath) Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tapowan?
Tapowan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tapowan?
The pincode of Tapowan is 431705.
What is the population of Tapowan?
Tapowan had a total population of 2,587, including 1,315 males and 1,272 females.
How many households are there in Tapowan?
Tapowan had 469 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tapowan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tapowan was 72.23%. Male literacy was 82.91% and female literacy was 61.28%.