Tumni - Ashti, Wardha
Tumni is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Borgaon (t) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tumni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tumni is 533392. The village covers a total geographical area of 498 hectares and falls under the 442202 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Tumni 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 Tumni
As per Census 2011, Tumni village has a total population of 172 people, consisting of 96 males and 76 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 791 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tumni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 96 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 74 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 22 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Tumni
Tumni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Zadgaon | South | 1.19 km |
| Milanpur | East | 1.44 km |
| Satnur | North | 1.73 km |
| Sattarpur | West | 2.90 km |
| Borgaon | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Rohna | North | 3.32 km |
| Wardhapur | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Sahur | East | 3.78 km |
| Rambhapur | North-East | 4.01 km |
| Porgavhan | South | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tumni
Public transport in the Tumni is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hiwarkheda, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.9 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 Tumni is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Tumni is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tumni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tumni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tumni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tumni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tumni
Where is Tumni located?
Tumni village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tumni?
The Gram Panchayat of Tumni is Borgaon (t).
What is the pincode of Tumni?
The pincode of Tumni is 442202.
What is the population of Tumni?
Tumni has a total population of 172, including 96 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Tumni?
There are 49 households in Tumni.
What is the literacy rate in Tumni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tumni is 73.84%. Male literacy is 77.08% and female literacy is 69.74%.