Tawalai - Shahade, Nandurbar
Tawalai is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Tawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tawalai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tawalai is 525488. The village covers a total geographical area of 599.73 hectares and falls under the 425409 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Tawalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tawalai
As per Census 2011, Tawalai village has a total population of 1,723 people, consisting of 824 males and 899 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 685 literate and 1,038 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,710 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tawalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,723 | 824 | 899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 112 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,710 | 819 | 891 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 396 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,038 | 428 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Tawalai
Tawalai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anakwade | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Sulwade | East | 2.27 km |
| Pimpri | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Godipur | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Mhasavad | West | 3.05 km |
| Amode | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Talavadi | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Junavane | South | 3.81 km |
| Islampur | North | 4.31 km |
| Budigavhan | South-West | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tawalai
Tawalai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.0 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 Shahade to Tawalai is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Tawalai 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 Tawalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tawalai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tawalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tawalai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tawalai
Where is Tawalai located?
Tawalai village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tawalai?
The Gram Panchayat of Tawalai is Tawali.
What is the pincode of Tawalai?
The pincode of Tawalai is 425409.
What is the population of Tawalai?
Tawalai has a total population of 1,723, including 824 males and 899 females.
How many households are there in Tawalai?
There are 342 households in Tawalai.
What is the literacy rate in Tawalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tawalai is 39.76%. Male literacy is 48.06% and female literacy is 32.15%.