Rawala - Soegaon, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Rawala is a village situated in the Soegaon tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 80 km from Soegaon and around 180 km from Aurangabad. Rawala village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rawala is 548507. The village covers a total geographical area of 1049 hectares and falls under the 431118 pincode. Jalgaon is the nearest town, located about 160 km away.
Rawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sillod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rawala
According to the 2011 Census, Rawala village had a total population of 905 people, including 471 males and 434 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.96%, with male literacy at 89.40% and female literacy at 65.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 379.
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 | 905 | 471 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 78 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 379 | 202 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 626 | 371 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 100 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Rawala
Rawala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rawala
Rawala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jalgaon to Rawala is about 160 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Rawala is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rawala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rawala 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 Rawala
Where is Rawala located?
Rawala village is located in Soegaon Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Rawala?
Rawala is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rawala?
The pincode of Rawala is 431118.
What is the population of Rawala?
Rawala had a total population of 905, including 471 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Rawala?
Rawala had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawala was 77.96%. Male literacy was 89.40% and female literacy was 65.72%.