Awar - Sangrampur, Buldhana
Awar is a village situated in the Sangrampur tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from Sangrampur and around 90 km from Buldana. Awar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awar is 528375. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.63 hectares and falls under the 444201 pincode. Shegaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Awar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Awar
According to the 2011 Census, Awar village had a total population of 1,133 people, including 590 males and 543 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.13%, with male literacy at 90.44% and female literacy at 79.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 288, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,133 | 590 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 88 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 151 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 836 | 454 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 136 | 161 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ukali Bk. | East | 2.24 km |
| Kodri | South | 2.60 km |
| Wadi Adampur | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Ukali Bajar | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Paturda Kh. | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Isapur | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Warud Wadner | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Wagargaon | South | 4.54 km |
| Jafrapur | East | 4.85 km |
| Takali Panchgavhan | South | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Awar. The nearest railway station is Shegaon, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 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 Shegaon to Awar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Awar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
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 Sangrampur 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 444201.
What is the population of Awar?
Awar had a total population of 1,133, including 590 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Awar?
Awar had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awar was 85.13%. Male literacy was 90.44% and female literacy was 79.58%.