Tiwathana - Sonpeth, Parbhani
Tiwathana is a village situated in the Sonpeth tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonpeth and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Tiwthana serves as the Village Panchayat for Tiwathana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tiwathana is 546964. The village covers a total geographical area of 448 hectares and falls under the 431514 pincode. Gangakhed is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tiwathana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tiwathana
According to the 2011 Census, Tiwathana village had a total population of 1,413 people, including 746 males and 667 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.65%, with male literacy at 76.56% and female literacy at 57.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151.
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 | 1,413 | 746 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 106 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 71 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 822 | 490 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 256 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Tiwathana
Tiwathana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wandan | West | 2.73 km |
| Wadgaon | South | 3.36 km |
| Padegaon | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Shankarwadi | East | 3.99 km |
| Mohala | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Gaundgaon | North | 4.38 km |
| Kortek | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Dagadwadi | South-East | 4.58 km |
| Mairalsawangi | North | 5.00 km |
| Nila | South-West | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tiwathana
Tiwathana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vadgaon Nila, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangakhed to Tiwathana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Tiwathana is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tiwathana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tiwathana 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 Tiwathana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tiwathana 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 Tiwathana
Where is Tiwathana located?
Tiwathana village is located in Sonpeth Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Tiwathana?
The Village Panchayat of Tiwathana is Tiwthana.
What is the pincode of Tiwathana?
The pincode of Tiwathana is 431514.
What is the population of Tiwathana?
Tiwathana had a total population of 1,413, including 746 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Tiwathana?
Tiwathana had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tiwathana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tiwathana was 67.65%. Male literacy was 76.56% and female literacy was 57.74%.