Tilonda - Jawhar, Palghar
Tilonda is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from Jawhar and around 139 km from Thane. Tilonda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tilonda is 551873. The village covers a total geographical area of 1355.97 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Tilonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tilonda
According to the 2011 Census, Tilonda village had a total population of 1,776 people, including 880 males and 896 females, living in 339 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.50%, with male literacy at 36.90% and female literacy at 28.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,766.
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 | 1,776 | 880 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 189 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,766 | 874 | 892 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 255 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,319 | 625 | 694 |
Nearby Villages of Tilonda
Tilonda 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 Tilonda
Public transport in the Tilonda is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jawhar to Tilonda is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Tilonda is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tilonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tilonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tilonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tilonda 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 Tilonda
Where is Tilonda located?
Tilonda village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Tilonda?
Tilonda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tilonda?
The pincode of Tilonda is 401603.
What is the population of Tilonda?
Tilonda had a total population of 1,776, including 880 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in Tilonda?
Tilonda had 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tilonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tilonda was 32.50%. Male literacy was 36.90% and female literacy was 28.25%.