Tamba - Babulgaon, Yavatmal
Tamba is a village situated in the Babulgaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babulgaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Tambha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tamba is 542152. The village covers a total geographical area of 600.66 hectares and falls under the 445101 pincode. Yavatmal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Tamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tamba
As per Census 2011, Tamba village has a total population of 654 people, consisting of 349 males and 305 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 466 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 175 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tamba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 654 | 349 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 38 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 72 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 97 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 263 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 86 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Tamba
Tamba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barhanpur | East | 1.50 km |
| Amravati | West | 2.17 km |
| Kotha | South | 2.39 km |
| Husnapur | East | 2.76 km |
| Nadesawangi | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Rasulpur | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Hiwara (kavare) | East | 3.30 km |
| Veni | West | 3.41 km |
| Bhaiyapur | West | 3.42 km |
| Tamba | North | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tamba
Public transport in the Tamba is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pulgaon Jn, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.7 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 Yavatmal to Tamba is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tamba
Where is Tamba located?
Tamba village is located in Babulgaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Tamba is Tambha.
What is the pincode of Tamba?
The pincode of Tamba is 445101.
What is the population of Tamba?
Tamba has a total population of 654, including 349 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Tamba?
There are 176 households in Tamba.
What is the literacy rate in Tamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tamba is 71.25%. Male literacy is 75.36% and female literacy is 66.56%.