Rawalgaon - Achalpur, Amravati
Rawalgaon is a village situated in the Achalpur tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Achalpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Donoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rawalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rawalgaon is 531995. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.22 hectares and falls under the 444806 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Rawalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daryapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amravati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rawalgaon
As per Census 2011, Rawalgaon village has a total population of 405 people, consisting of 204 males and 201 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 351 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rawalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 405 | 204 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 185 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 19 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Rawalgaon
Rawalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadhona Jahagir | East | 1.69 km |
| Donoda | South | 1.88 km |
| Shankarpur | West | 1.94 km |
| Wasani Bk. | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Sangnvi N Khairi | East | 2.47 km |
| Isegaon | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Khairi | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Sawali Kh | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Mukindpur | North | 3.26 km |
| Yevata | West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rawalgaon
Rawalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Achalpur, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Rawalgaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Rawalgaon is about 45 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 Rawalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rawalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rawalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rawalgaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rawalgaon
Where is Rawalgaon located?
Rawalgaon village is located in Achalpur Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rawalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Rawalgaon is Donoda.
What is the pincode of Rawalgaon?
The pincode of Rawalgaon is 444806.
What is the population of Rawalgaon?
Rawalgaon has a total population of 405, including 204 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Rawalgaon?
There are 101 households in Rawalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Rawalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawalgaon is 86.67%. Male literacy is 90.69% and female literacy is 82.59%.