Awalgaon - Brahmapuri, Chandrapur
Awalgaon is a village situated in the Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmapuri and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Awalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awalgaon is 540840. The village covers a total geographical area of 1714.01 hectares and falls under the 441206 pincode. Brahmapuri is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Awalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awalgaon
As per Census 2011, Awalgaon village has a total population of 4,114 people, consisting of 2,038 males and 2,076 females. The village has 1,064 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 425 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,583 literate and 1,531 illiterate residents. Additionally, 346 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 111 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,114 | 2,038 | 2,076 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 205 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 174 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 57 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 2,583 | 1,466 | 1,117 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,531 | 572 | 959 |
Nearby Villages of Awalgaon
Awalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kosambi Chak | West | 2.42 km |
| Dongarsawangi | East | 3.54 km |
| Wandra | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Halda | South | 4.53 km |
| Shioni Bk | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Chichgaon | North | 4.98 km |
| Kosambi Khadasmara | West | 5.05 km |
| Kitali | East | 5.18 km |
| Dongargaon (bhusari) | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Deulgaon Butti | East | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awalgaon
Public transport in the Awalgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talodhi Road, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.4 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 Brahmapuri to Awalgaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Awalgaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Awalgaon
Where is Awalgaon located?
Awalgaon village is located in Brahmapuri Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awalgaon?
Awalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awalgaon?
The pincode of Awalgaon is 441206.
What is the population of Awalgaon?
Awalgaon has a total population of 4,114, including 2,038 males and 2,076 females.
How many households are there in Awalgaon?
There are 1,064 households in Awalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Awalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awalgaon is 62.79%. Male literacy is 71.93% and female literacy is 53.81%.