Awala

Awala is a village located in Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Iqbalgadh (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Deri is the gram panchayat of Awala village.

Here you can discover what makes Awala unique in its vibrant Amirgadh-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Awala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Awala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Awala is 507759. The village spans a total geographical area of 1056.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385135. Palanpur is nearest town to Awala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

When it comes to local governance, Awala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadhada Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Awala

According to the 2011 Census, Awala has a total population of about 1,047, with approximately 561 males and 486 females. The sex ratio is around 866 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 581. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.80%, with male literacy at about 56.15% and female literacy near 36.01%. There are around 202 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Awala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,047 561 486
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 172 90 82
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 581 311 270
Literate Population 490 315 175
Illiterate Population 557 246 311

Connectivity of Awala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Awala. As per the 2011 stats, Awala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Awala

Knowing the nearby villages of Awala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Awala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Awala

Where is Awala located?
Awala village is situated in Amirgadh Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awala?
The Gram Panchayat of Awala is Deri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Awala?
The pincode of Awala is 385135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Awala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Awala is 1,047, with 561 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Awala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Awala village has a total of 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Awala is 46.80%. The male literacy rate is 56.15%, while the female literacy rate is 36.01%.