Tapowan - Malegaon, Washim
Tapowan is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Masla (kh) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tapowan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tapowan is 530642. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.4 hectares and falls under the 444503 pincode.
Tapowan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Risod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Tapowan
Tapowan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masala Kh. | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Aamkheda | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Borgaon | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Pangri Nawaghare | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Pimpla | North | 3.16 km |
| Kolhi | West | 3.84 km |
| Khadaki Izara | South | 3.86 km |
| Jambhrunwadi | South | 4.22 km |
| Bordi | North-West | 5.00 km |
| Khirda | North-West | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tapowan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tapowan. The nearest railway station is Jaulka, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Washim to Tapowan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tapowan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tapowan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tapowan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tapowan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tapowan
Where is Tapowan located?
Tapowan village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tapowan?
The Gram Panchayat of Tapowan is Masla (kh).
What is the pincode of Tapowan?
The pincode of Tapowan is 444503.