Awaliyakanhar - Lalbarra, Balaghat
Awaliyakanhar is a village situated in the Lalbarra tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalbarra and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Awaliyakanhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awaliyakanhar is 497576. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.11 hectares and falls under the 481441 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Awaliyakanhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balaghat Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Awaliyakanhar
As per Census 2011, Awaliyakanhar village has a total population of 737 people, consisting of 351 males and 386 females. The village has 167 households and a sex ratio of 1,099 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 520 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awaliyakanhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 737 | 351 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 31 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 275 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 76 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Awaliyakanhar
Awaliyakanhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panbihari | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Patharsahi | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Barghat | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Bithali | West | 2.35 km |
| Nagpura | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Pandharwani | East | 2.83 km |
| Mohgaon(bori) | South | 3.00 km |
| Manpur | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Sihora | North | 3.07 km |
| Bagholi | West | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awaliyakanhar
Awaliyakanhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Magardharra Ph, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Balaghat to Awaliyakanhar is about 26 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 Awaliyakanhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awaliyakanhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Awaliyakanhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awaliyakanhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Awaliyakanhar
Where is Awaliyakanhar located?
Awaliyakanhar village is located in Lalbarra Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awaliyakanhar?
Awaliyakanhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awaliyakanhar?
The pincode of Awaliyakanhar is 481441.
What is the population of Awaliyakanhar?
Awaliyakanhar has a total population of 737, including 351 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Awaliyakanhar?
There are 167 households in Awaliyakanhar.
What is the literacy rate in Awaliyakanhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awaliyakanhar is 70.56%. Male literacy is 78.35% and female literacy is 63.47%.