Tawali - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Tawali is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Tawali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tawali is 525124. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.06 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Tawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tawali
As per Census 2011, Tawali village has a total population of 990 people, consisting of 493 males and 497 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 495 literate and 495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 969 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tawali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 990 | 493 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 70 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 969 | 483 | 486 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 283 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 210 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Tawali
Tawali 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 Tawali
Tawali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Tawali is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Tawali is about 75 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 Tawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tawali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tawali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tawali
Where is Tawali located?
Tawali village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tawali?
Tawali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tawali?
The pincode of Tawali is 425419.
What is the population of Tawali?
Tawali has a total population of 990, including 493 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Tawali?
There are 226 households in Tawali.
What is the literacy rate in Tawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tawali is 50.00%. Male literacy is 57.40% and female literacy is 42.66%.