Awada - Karahal, Sheopur
Awada is a village situated in the Karahal tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karahal and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Awada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awada is 451863. The village covers a total geographical area of 4905.43 hectares and falls under the 476355 pincode. Sheopur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Awada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Awada
According to the 2011 Census, Awada village had a total population of 3,270 people, including 1,674 males and 1,596 females, living in 678 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.03%, with male literacy at 70.20% and female literacy at 43.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,482.
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 | 3,270 | 1,674 | 1,596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 325 | 299 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 66 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,482 | 1,255 | 1,227 |
| Literate Population | 1,509 | 947 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,761 | 727 | 1,034 |
Nearby Villages of Awada
Awada 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 Awada
Awada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheopur to Awada is about 28 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 Awada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Awada
Where is Awada located?
Awada village is located in Karahal Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Awada?
Awada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awada?
The pincode of Awada is 476355.
What is the population of Awada?
Awada had a total population of 3,270, including 1,674 males and 1,596 females.
How many households are there in Awada?
Awada had 678 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awada was 57.03%. Male literacy was 70.20% and female literacy was 43.33%.