Awali - Kukshi, Dhar

Awali is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Awali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Awali is 475451. The village covers a total geographical area of 1031.13 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.

Awali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Awali

According to the 2011 Census, Awali village had a total population of 2,454 people, including 1,264 males and 1,190 females, living in 442 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.69%, with male literacy at 55.65% and female literacy at 41.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,357.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Awali

Awali 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Awali

Awali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kukshi to Awali is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Awali is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Awali

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awali village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Awali

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awali village are given below:

FAQs about Awali