Awari - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Awari is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Anwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awari is 447445. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.86 hectares and falls under the 494337 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Awari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awari
As per Census 2011, Awari village has a total population of 1,105 people, consisting of 570 males and 535 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 762 literate and 343 illiterate residents. Additionally, 427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,105 | 570 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 217 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 762 | 445 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 125 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Awari
Awari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudkhusara | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Ukari | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Kandel | East | 1.76 km |
| Chuchrungpur | West | 2.04 km |
| Girhola | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Pradhandongari | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Charbhatha | South | 2.27 km |
| Bharritola | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Mahud | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Kasawahi | North | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awari
Awari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balod, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Charama to Awari is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Awari is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awari 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awari
Where is Awari located?
Awari village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awari?
The Gram Panchayat of Awari is Anwari.
What is the pincode of Awari?
The pincode of Awari is 494337.
What is the population of Awari?
Awari has a total population of 1,105, including 570 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Awari?
There are 271 households in Awari.
What is the literacy rate in Awari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awari is 68.96%. Male literacy is 78.07% and female literacy is 59.25%.