Tavashi - Pandharpur, Solapur
Tavashi is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Tavashi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tavashi is 562379. The village covers a total geographical area of 1932 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Tavashi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tavashi
As per Census 2011, Tavashi village has a total population of 4,947 people, consisting of 2,582 males and 2,365 females. The village has 993 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 652 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,315 literate and 1,632 illiterate residents. Additionally, 715 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tavashi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,947 | 2,582 | 2,365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 652 | 319 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 715 | 392 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 3,315 | 1,921 | 1,394 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,632 | 661 | 971 |
Nearby Villages of Tavashi
Tavashi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinchumbe | East | 3.26 km |
| Marapur | South | 3.54 km |
| Tanali | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Gharniki | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Eklaspur | North-East | 4.64 km |
| Siddhewadi | East | 5.39 km |
| Mallewadi | East | 6.18 km |
| Gunjegaon | South-West | 6.31 km |
| Akole | South-East | 6.36 km |
| Kasegaon | North-West | 6.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tavashi
Tavashi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Pandharpur to Tavashi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Tavashi is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tavashi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tavashi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tavashi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tavashi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tavashi
Where is Tavashi located?
Tavashi village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tavashi?
Tavashi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tavashi?
The pincode of Tavashi is 413304.
What is the population of Tavashi?
Tavashi has a total population of 4,947, including 2,582 males and 2,365 females.
How many households are there in Tavashi?
There are 993 households in Tavashi.
What is the literacy rate in Tavashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tavashi is 67.01%. Male literacy is 74.40% and female literacy is 58.94%.