Alwan - Talode, Nandurbar
Alwan is a village situated in the Talode tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talode and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Alwan village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alwan is 525399. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.1 hectares and falls under the 425413 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Alwan 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 Alwan
According to the 2011 Census, Alwan village had a total population of 2,682 people, including 1,351 males and 1,331 females, living in 415 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.41%, with male literacy at 57.36% and female literacy at 45.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,678.
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 | 2,682 | 1,351 | 1,331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 597 | 312 | 285 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,678 | 1,350 | 1,328 |
| Literate Population | 1,072 | 596 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,610 | 755 | 855 |
Nearby Villages of Alwan
Alwan 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 Alwan
Alwan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Alwan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Alwan is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alwan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Alwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alwan
Where is Alwan located?
Alwan village is located in Talode Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Alwan?
Alwan is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alwan?
The pincode of Alwan is 425413.
What is the population of Alwan?
Alwan had a total population of 2,682, including 1,351 males and 1,331 females.
How many households are there in Alwan?
Alwan had 415 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alwan was 51.41%. Male literacy was 57.36% and female literacy was 45.51%.