Tarasawanga - Ashti, Wardha
Tarasawanga is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Tarasawanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarasawanga is 533388. The village covers a total geographical area of 789 hectares and falls under the 442202 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Tarasawanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarasawanga
As per Census 2011, Tarasawanga village has a total population of 1,534 people, consisting of 783 males and 751 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,212 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 169 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarasawanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,534 | 783 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 91 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 1,212 | 659 | 553 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 124 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Tarasawanga
Tarasawanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peth | East | 1.64 km |
| Shiwapur | North | 1.99 km |
| Salora | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Jamgaon | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Rudrapur | West | 2.77 km |
| Tara | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Utara | North | 3.45 km |
| Dugrawada | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Khargad | North | 3.65 km |
| Manikwada | South | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tarasawanga
Tarasawanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Warud Orange City, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.3 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 Arvi to Tarasawanga is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Tarasawanga is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarasawanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarasawanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tarasawanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarasawanga 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 Tarasawanga
Where is Tarasawanga located?
Tarasawanga village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarasawanga?
Tarasawanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tarasawanga?
The pincode of Tarasawanga is 442202.
What is the population of Tarasawanga?
Tarasawanga has a total population of 1,534, including 783 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Tarasawanga?
There are 344 households in Tarasawanga.
What is the literacy rate in Tarasawanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarasawanga is 79.01%. Male literacy is 84.16% and female literacy is 73.64%.