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.
Here you can discover what makes Tawa unique in its vibrant Dahanu-Thane region. You’ll see Tawa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Tawa
Population of Tawa
According to the 2011 Census, Tawa has a total population of about 1,905, with approximately 1,133 males and 772 females. The sex ratio is around 681 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 232 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,773. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.27%, with male literacy at about 69.55% and female literacy near 39.25%. There are around 289 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.