Tamsa - Hadgaon, Nanded
Tamsa is a village situated in the Hadgaon tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hadgaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Tamsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamsa is 544564. The village covers a total geographical area of 1856 hectares and falls under the 431713 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tamsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tamsa
As per Census 2011, Tamsa village has a total population of 13,160 people, consisting of 6,802 males and 6,358 females. The village has 2,600 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,864 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,129 literate and 4,031 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,865 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 748 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tamsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,160 | 6,802 | 6,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,864 | 971 | 893 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,865 | 989 | 876 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 748 | 382 | 366 |
| Literate Population | 9,129 | 5,092 | 4,037 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,031 | 1,710 | 2,321 |
Nearby Villages of Tamsa
Tamsa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadki (d) | South | 2.20 km |
| Belgawhan (d) | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Pangri(tamsa) | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Wadgaon Bk | North | 3.15 km |
| Ekrala | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Kanjara (kh) | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Patharad | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Umri (ja) | East | 4.23 km |
| Shivpuri | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Morgavhan | North | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tamsa
Tamsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tharban, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hadgoan to Tamsa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Tamsa is about 50 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 Tamsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tamsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tamsa
Where is Tamsa located?
Tamsa village is located in Hadgaon Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tamsa?
Tamsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tamsa?
The pincode of Tamsa is 431713.
What is the population of Tamsa?
Tamsa has a total population of 13,160, including 6,802 males and 6,358 females.
How many households are there in Tamsa?
There are 2,600 households in Tamsa.
What is the literacy rate in Tamsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamsa is 69.37%. Male literacy is 74.86% and female literacy is 63.49%.