Kawali - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Kawali is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Kawli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kawali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kawali is 533272. The village covers a total geographical area of 1100.34 hectares and falls under the 444709 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kawali
As per Census 2011, Kawali village has a total population of 2,098 people, consisting of 1,065 males and 1,033 females. The village has 515 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,643 literate and 455 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 175 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kawali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,098 | 1,065 | 1,033 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 90 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 155 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 95 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 1,643 | 877 | 766 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 188 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Kawali
Kawali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulpur | West | 2.51 km |
| Gavha Nipani | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Dabhada | South | 2.77 km |
| Vasad | East | 2.91 km |
| Wathoda Bk. | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Gunji | West | 3.88 km |
| Shahapur | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Tuljapur | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Jalgaon Mangrul | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Juna Dhamangaon | South-West | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kawali
Kawali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhamangaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dattapur Dhamangaon to Kawali is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Kawali is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kawali 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 Kawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kawali 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kawali
Where is Kawali located?
Kawali village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kawali?
The Gram Panchayat of Kawali is Kawli.
What is the pincode of Kawali?
The pincode of Kawali is 444709.
What is the population of Kawali?
Kawali has a total population of 2,098, including 1,065 males and 1,033 females.
How many households are there in Kawali?
There are 515 households in Kawali.
What is the literacy rate in Kawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kawali is 78.31%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 74.15%.