Awasgaon - Kaij, Beed
Awasgaon is a village situated in the Kaij tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Kaij and around 85 km from Bid. Awasgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awasgaon is 559800. The village covers a total geographical area of 934.81 hectares and falls under the 431518 pincode. Ambejogai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Awasgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Awasgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Awasgaon village had a total population of 1,614 people, including 840 males and 774 females, living in 360 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.78%, with male literacy at 88.65% and female literacy at 74.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,614 | 840 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 100 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 150 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,176 | 656 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 184 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Awasgaon
Awasgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wakdi | West | 1.83 km |
| Sawleshwar | North | 2.79 km |
| Bansarola | East | 2.88 km |
| Naigaon | South | 3.14 km |
| Anegaon | West | 3.16 km |
| Aurangpur | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Paithan | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Saundana | South | 3.88 km |
| Pathra | North-West | 4.88 km |
| Borisawargaon | North-East | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awasgaon
Awasgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Murud, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.9 km.
| 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 Ambejogai to Awasgaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Awasgaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awasgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awasgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Awasgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awasgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Awasgaon
Where is Awasgaon located?
Awasgaon village is located in Kaij Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Awasgaon?
Awasgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awasgaon?
The pincode of Awasgaon is 431518.
What is the population of Awasgaon?
Awasgaon had a total population of 1,614, including 840 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Awasgaon?
Awasgaon had 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awasgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awasgaon was 81.78%. Male literacy was 88.65% and female literacy was 74.50%.