Awal - Amirgadh, Banas Kantha
Awal is a village situated in the Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iqbalgadh and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Awal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awal is 507753. The village covers a total geographical area of 1477.66 hectares and falls under the 385130 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Awal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awal
According to the 2011 Census, Awal village had a total population of 3,236 people, including 1,630 males and 1,606 females, living in 585 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.74%, with male literacy at 71.46% and female literacy at 37.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 767.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,236 | 1,630 | 1,606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 554 | 288 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 85 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 767 | 391 | 376 |
| Literate Population | 1,468 | 959 | 509 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,768 | 671 | 1,097 |
Nearby Villages of Awal
Awal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Awal
Awal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Awal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abu Road to Awal is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Awal is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Awal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awal
Where is Awal located?
Awal village is located in Amirgadh Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awal?
Awal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awal?
The pincode of Awal is 385130.
What is the population of Awal?
Awal had a total population of 3,236, including 1,630 males and 1,606 females.
How many households are there in Awal?
Awal had 585 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awal was 54.74%. Male literacy was 71.46% and female literacy was 37.99%.