Tanwan - Amet, Rajsamand
Tanwan is a village situated in the Amet tehsil of Rajsamand district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amet and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Rajsamand. Aidana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tanwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tanwan is 096735. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 313332 pincode. Amet is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Tanwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumbhalgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajsamand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tanwan
As per Census 2011, Tanwan village has a total population of 478 people, consisting of 241 males and 237 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 162 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tanwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 478 | 241 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 87 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 138 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 103 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Tanwan
Tanwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotri | South | 1.00 km |
| Bala Chanch Ka Gurha | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Sardarpura | East | 1.58 km |
| Gadrola | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Banda | South | 2.25 km |
| Phalasiya | North | 2.42 km |
| Salampura | East | 2.43 km |
| Lot Ka Gurha | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Chatraji Ka Gurha | West | 2.68 km |
| Agariya | South-East | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tanwan
Tanwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lawa Sardargarh, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Amet to Tanwan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajsamand to Tanwan is about 31 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 Tanwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tanwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tanwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tanwan 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 Tanwan
Where is Tanwan located?
Tanwan village is located in Amet Tehsil, Rajsamand district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tanwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Tanwan is Aidana.
What is the pincode of Tanwan?
The pincode of Tanwan is 313332.
What is the population of Tanwan?
Tanwan has a total population of 478, including 241 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Tanwan?
There are 104 households in Tanwan.
What is the literacy rate in Tanwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tanwan is 45.40%. Male literacy is 57.26% and female literacy is 33.33%.