Tona - Arvi, Wardha
Tona is a village situated in the Arvi tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arvi and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Deurwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tona is 533737. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.2 hectares and falls under the 442201 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Tona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tona
As per Census 2011, Tona village has a total population of 376 people, consisting of 198 males and 178 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 376 | 198 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 158 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 40 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Tona
Tona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarkaspur | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Dharwada | West | 1.82 km |
| Durgwada | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Ahirwada | East | 2.35 km |
| Ambikapur | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Itlapur | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Deurwada | North | 2.63 km |
| Rajapur | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Alwada | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Kashimpur | East | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tona
Tona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamangaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Arvi to Tona is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Tona is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tona
Where is Tona located?
Tona village is located in Arvi Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tona?
The Gram Panchayat of Tona is Deurwada.
What is the pincode of Tona?
The pincode of Tona is 442201.
What is the population of Tona?
Tona has a total population of 376, including 198 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Tona?
There are 116 households in Tona.
What is the literacy rate in Tona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tona is 74.20%. Male literacy is 79.80% and female literacy is 67.98%.