Tuki - Shahade, Nandurbar
Tuki is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Tuki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tuki is 525509. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 425424 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Tuki 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 Tuki
As per Census 2011, Tuki village has a total population of 896 people, consisting of 444 males and 452 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 488 literate and 408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 548 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tuki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 896 | 444 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 68 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 548 | 270 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 278 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 166 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Tuki
Tuki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kavalith | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Lohare | East | 1.94 km |
| Gogapur | East | 2.13 km |
| Bhagapur | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Javkheda | North | 2.70 km |
| Sonval.ta.ha | West | 2.81 km |
| Kamaravad | South | 2.88 km |
| Karjot | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Sawakheda | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Bramhanpuri | North-West | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tuki
Tuki 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 104.5 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 Tuki is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Tuki is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tuki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tuki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tuki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tuki 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tuki
Where is Tuki located?
Tuki village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tuki?
Tuki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tuki?
The pincode of Tuki is 425424.
What is the population of Tuki?
Tuki has a total population of 896, including 444 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Tuki?
There are 182 households in Tuki.
What is the literacy rate in Tuki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tuki is 54.46%. Male literacy is 62.61% and female literacy is 46.46%.