Halsi Tugaon - Nilanga, Latur
Halsi Tugaon is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Halsi (tu) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halsi Tugaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halsi Tugaon is 560810. The village covers a total geographical area of 1194.4 hectares and falls under the 413522 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Halsi Tugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halsi Tugaon
As per Census 2011, Halsi Tugaon village has a total population of 3,285 people, consisting of 1,687 males and 1,598 females. The village has 669 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 424 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,036 literate and 1,249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 716 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Halsi Tugaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,285 | 1,687 | 1,598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 227 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 716 | 361 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,036 | 1,146 | 890 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,249 | 541 | 708 |
Nearby Villages of Halsi Tugaon
Halsi Tugaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tugaonhalsi | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Tagarkheda | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Tambarwadi | West | 3.78 km |
| Wanjarkhada | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Srimali | East | 4.88 km |
| Halgara | West | 5.90 km |
| Hosur | North-West | 6.09 km |
| Kongli | South-East | 6.43 km |
| Alwai | North-East | 6.73 km |
| Rajewadi | West | 6.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Halsi Tugaon
Halsi Tugaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kalgupur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.2 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 Nilanga to Halsi Tugaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Halsi Tugaon is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halsi Tugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halsi Tugaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Halsi Tugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halsi Tugaon 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 Halsi Tugaon
Where is Halsi Tugaon located?
Halsi Tugaon village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halsi Tugaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Halsi Tugaon is Halsi (tu).
What is the pincode of Halsi Tugaon?
The pincode of Halsi Tugaon is 413522.
What is the population of Halsi Tugaon?
Halsi Tugaon has a total population of 3,285, including 1,687 males and 1,598 females.
How many households are there in Halsi Tugaon?
There are 669 households in Halsi Tugaon.
What is the literacy rate in Halsi Tugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halsi Tugaon is 61.98%. Male literacy is 67.93% and female literacy is 55.69%.