Tamond - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Tamond is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Damame serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tamond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamond is 564964. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.46 hectares and falls under the 415711 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Tamond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tamond
As per Census 2011, Tamond village has a total population of 348 people, consisting of 153 males and 195 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,274 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tamond are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 348 | 153 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 119 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 34 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Tamond
Tamond 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Damame | West | 1.16 km |
| Anaspure | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Katran | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Bhadavale | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Talaghar | North | 3.14 km |
| Savanas | East | 3.36 km |
| Mulgaon | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Wavghar | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Pavnal | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Karjee | North-East | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tamond
Tamond is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dapoli Camp to Tamond is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Tamond is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tamond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamond 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 Tamond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamond 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 Tamond
Where is Tamond located?
Tamond village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tamond?
The Gram Panchayat of Tamond is Damame.
What is the pincode of Tamond?
The pincode of Tamond is 415711.
What is the population of Tamond?
Tamond has a total population of 348, including 153 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Tamond?
There are 89 households in Tamond.
What is the literacy rate in Tamond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamond is 69.25%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 62.56%.