Tamhane - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Tamhane is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Tamhane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamhane is 566219. The village covers a total geographical area of 1487.45 hectares and falls under the 416704 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Tamhane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tamhane
As per Census 2011, Tamhane village has a total population of 1,382 people, consisting of 620 males and 762 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 1,229 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 944 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tamhane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,382 | 620 | 762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 944 | 492 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 128 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Tamhane
Tamhane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pahiliwadi | South | 3.59 km |
| Raipatan | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Oshiwale | West | 3.91 km |
| Solivade | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Bagavewadi | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Talvade | East | 4.93 km |
| Dhamanpe | North | 5.25 km |
| Gaonkarwadi | South-West | 5.39 km |
| Tulsavade | West | 5.61 km |
| Paratvali | West | 5.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tamhane
Tamhane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Tamhane is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Tamhane is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tamhane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamhane 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 Tamhane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamhane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tamhane
Where is Tamhane located?
Tamhane village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tamhane?
Tamhane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tamhane?
The pincode of Tamhane is 416704.
What is the population of Tamhane?
Tamhane has a total population of 1,382, including 620 males and 762 females.
How many households are there in Tamhane?
There are 336 households in Tamhane.
What is the literacy rate in Tamhane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamhane is 68.31%. Male literacy is 79.35% and female literacy is 59.32%.