Tamboli - Sawantwadi, Sindhudurg
Tamboli is a village situated in the Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawantwadi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Tamboli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamboli is 566907. The village covers a total geographical area of 1015.52 hectares and falls under the 416511 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Tamboli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tamboli
As per Census 2011, Tamboli village has a total population of 1,742 people, consisting of 866 males and 876 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,363 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tamboli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,742 | 866 | 876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 82 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,363 | 724 | 639 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 142 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Tamboli
Tamboli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asniye | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Padve | South | 2.74 km |
| Bhalawal | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Degave | West | 2.93 km |
| Padve Majgaon | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Zolambe | East | 4.52 km |
| Konas | North-East | 4.54 km |
| Morgaon | South | 4.61 km |
| Vilavade | West | 4.83 km |
| Dabhil | North | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tamboli
Tamboli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madure, while the nearest airport is Dabolim Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 km.
| 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 Sawantwadi to Tamboli is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Tamboli 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 Tamboli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamboli 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 Tamboli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamboli 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 Tamboli
Where is Tamboli located?
Tamboli village is located in Sawantwadi Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tamboli?
Tamboli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tamboli?
The pincode of Tamboli is 416511.
What is the population of Tamboli?
Tamboli has a total population of 1,742, including 866 males and 876 females.
How many households are there in Tamboli?
There are 423 households in Tamboli.
What is the literacy rate in Tamboli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamboli is 78.24%. Male literacy is 83.60% and female literacy is 72.95%.