Awar - Khamgaon, Buldhana
Awar is a village situated in the Khamgaon tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Khamgaon and around 60 km from Buldana. Awar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awar is 528877. The village covers a total geographical area of 1622.37 hectares and falls under the 444303 pincode. Khamgaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Awar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Awar
As per Census 2011, Awar village has a total population of 2,624 people, consisting of 1,361 males and 1,263 females. The village has 534 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,030 literate and 594 illiterate residents. Additionally, 758 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 184 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,624 | 1,361 | 1,263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 175 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 758 | 401 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 96 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 2,030 | 1,107 | 923 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 254 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Awar
Awar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagapur | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Pimpri Gawli | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Vihigaon | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Tembhurna | North | 4.01 km |
| Nilegaon | East | 4.28 km |
| Jalka Teli | West | 4.69 km |
| Ramnagar | South-East | 4.96 km |
| Kinhi Mahadeo | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Umra Atali | South | 5.73 km |
| Januna | North-West | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awar
Awar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shegaon, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khamgaon to Awar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Awar 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 Awar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awar 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 Awar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Awar
Where is Awar located?
Awar village is located in Khamgaon Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awar?
Awar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awar?
The pincode of Awar is 444303.
What is the population of Awar?
Awar has a total population of 2,624, including 1,361 males and 1,263 females.
How many households are there in Awar?
There are 534 households in Awar.
What is the literacy rate in Awar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awar is 77.36%. Male literacy is 81.34% and female literacy is 73.08%.