Awalgaon Bk. - Ghansawangi, Jalna
Awalgaon Bk. is a village situated in the Ghansawangi tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansawangi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Awalgaon Bk. village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awalgaon Bk. is 547916. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.75 hectares and falls under the 431204 pincode. Partur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Awalgaon Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Awalgaon Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Awalgaon Bk. village had a total population of 1,826 people, including 917 males and 909 females, living in 378 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.14%, with male literacy at 77.26% and female literacy at 54.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 1,826 | 917 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 121 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,037 | 615 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 302 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Awalgaon Bk.
Awalgaon Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Awalgaon Kh. | South | 1.88 km |
| Sarapgavhan | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Shindewadgaon | West | 2.78 km |
| Maherjavala | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Shevgal | North | 3.26 km |
| Panewadi | North-West | 3.83 km |
| Guru Pimpari | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Devdi Hadgaon | South | 4.31 km |
| Yewala | North-East | 5.13 km |
| Lamanwadi | South-East | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awalgaon Bk.
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Awalgaon Bk.. The nearest railway station is Ranjani, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Partur to Awalgaon Bk. is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Awalgaon Bk. is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awalgaon Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awalgaon Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Awalgaon Bk.
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 Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awalgaon Bk.
Where is Awalgaon Bk. located?
Awalgaon Bk. village is located in Ghansawangi Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Awalgaon Bk.?
Awalgaon Bk. is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awalgaon Bk.?
The pincode of Awalgaon Bk. is 431204.
What is the population of Awalgaon Bk.?
Awalgaon Bk. had a total population of 1,826, including 917 males and 909 females.
How many households are there in Awalgaon Bk.?
Awalgaon Bk. had 378 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awalgaon Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awalgaon Bk. was 66.14%. Male literacy was 77.26% and female literacy was 54.66%.