Thanavihir - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Thanavihir is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Thanavihir village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanavihir is 525172. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.81 hectares and falls under the 425413 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Thanavihir 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 Thanavihir
According to the 2011 Census, Thanavihir village had a total population of 1,483 people, including 722 males and 761 females, living in 345 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.77%, with male literacy at 61.44% and female literacy at 46.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,481.
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 | 1,483 | 722 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 110 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,481 | 721 | 760 |
| Literate Population | 670 | 376 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 346 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Thanavihir
Thanavihir 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 Thanavihir
Thanavihir is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Talode to Thanavihir is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Thanavihir is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thanavihir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanavihir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thanavihir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanavihir 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thanavihir
Where is Thanavihir located?
Thanavihir village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Thanavihir?
Thanavihir is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thanavihir?
The pincode of Thanavihir is 425413.
What is the population of Thanavihir?
Thanavihir had a total population of 1,483, including 722 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Thanavihir?
Thanavihir had 345 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thanavihir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanavihir was 53.77%. Male literacy was 61.44% and female literacy was 46.37%.