Tambave - Walwa, Sangli
Tambave is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Tambave village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tambave is 568314. The village covers a total geographical area of 1106 hectares and falls under the 415404 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tambave village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tambave
According to the 2011 Census, Tambave village had a total population of 5,269 people, including 2,716 males and 2,553 females, living in 1,123 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.51%, with male literacy at 93.50% and female literacy at 83.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 524.
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 | 5,269 | 2,716 | 2,553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 256 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 524 | 263 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,258 | 2,300 | 1,958 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,011 | 416 | 595 |
Nearby Villages of Tambave
Tambave 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yewalewadi | West | 2.27 km |
| Narsihapur | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Khubi | North | 2.42 km |
| Dhotrewadi | West | 2.46 km |
| Beradmachi | North | 3.51 km |
| Hubalwadi | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Nerle | South | 3.93 km |
| Shirate | East | 4.02 km |
| Kedargaon | South-West | 4.55 km |
| Julewadi | North | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tambave
Tambave is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 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 Uran Islampur to Tambave is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Tambave is about 60 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 Tambave
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tambave village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tambave
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tambave village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tambave
Where is Tambave located?
Tambave village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tambave?
Tambave is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tambave?
The pincode of Tambave is 415404.
What is the population of Tambave?
Tambave had a total population of 5,269, including 2,716 males and 2,553 females.
How many households are there in Tambave?
Tambave had 1,123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tambave?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tambave was 88.51%. Male literacy was 93.50% and female literacy was 83.28%.