Tawa

Tawa is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Tawa Gr is the gram panchayat of Tawa village.

Tawa has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Tawa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tawa is 551710. The village spans a total geographical area of 515 hectares. Dahanu is nearest town to Tawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

As per 2019 stats, Tawa village comes under Palghar assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Tawa

Below is a concise population overview of Tawa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,905 1,133 772
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 232 128 104
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3 1 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,773 1,054 719
Literate Population 1,091 788 303
Illiterate Population 814 345 469

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tawa village:

  • The total population of Tawa village is around 1,905, including approximately 1,133 males and 772 females, with a sex ratio of 681 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 232 children aged 0–6 years in Tawa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tawa village has 3 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,773 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Tawa village is about 57.27%, with male literacy at 69.55% and female literacy at 39.25%.
  • There are around 289 households in Tawa village.

Connectivity of Tawa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tawa. As per the 2011 stats, Tawa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Tawa

Knowing the nearby villages of Tawa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tawa.

Mhasad Ambivali Nikavali Bharad Ghol Kolhan Dhamatane Peth Dhakti Dahanu Tadiyale Dhumket

Frequently Asked Questions about Tawa

Where is Tawa located?
Tawa village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Tawa is Tawa Gr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Tawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tawa is 1,905, with 1,133 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Tawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tawa village has a total of 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tawa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tawa is 57.27%. The male literacy rate is 69.55%, while the female literacy rate is 39.25%.