Awagad - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Awagad is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 86 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Awagad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awagad is 531629. The village covers a total geographical area of 420 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Awagad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Awagad
As per Census 2011, Awagad village has a total population of 637 people, consisting of 326 males and 311 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 609 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awagad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 637 | 326 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 609 | 310 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 231 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 95 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Awagad
Awagad 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 Awagad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Awagad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Awagad is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Awagad is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awagad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awagad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Awagad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awagad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awagad
Where is Awagad located?
Awagad village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awagad?
Awagad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awagad?
The pincode of Awagad is 444807.
What is the population of Awagad?
Awagad has a total population of 637, including 326 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Awagad?
There are 126 households in Awagad.
What is the literacy rate in Awagad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awagad is 57.30%. Male literacy is 70.86% and female literacy is 43.09%.