Awandi - Ajra, Kolhapur
Awandi is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Avandi serves as the Village Panchayat for Awandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awandi is 567920. The village covers a total geographical area of 1288 hectares and falls under the 416505 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Awandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awandi
According to the 2011 Census, Awandi village had a total population of 281 people, including 148 males and 133 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 69.29% and female literacy at 54.87%.
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 | 281 | 148 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 88 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 60 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Awandi
Awandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Latagaon | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Suleran | West | 3.40 km |
| Gavase | North | 3.83 km |
| Dhamapur | South | 4.45 km |
| Satewadi | East | 4.50 km |
| Ite | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Bujhavade | South-East | 4.67 km |
| Dardewadi | North | 5.73 km |
| Deulwadi | North-East | 6.07 km |
| Erandol | East | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awandi
Awandi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sawantwadi Road, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadhinglaj to Awandi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Awandi is about 103 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 Awandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awandi 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 Awandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awandi 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 Awandi
Where is Awandi located?
Awandi village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Awandi?
The Village Panchayat of Awandi is Avandi.
What is the pincode of Awandi?
The pincode of Awandi is 416505.
What is the population of Awandi?
Awandi had a total population of 281, including 148 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Awandi?
Awandi had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awandi was 62.50%. Male literacy was 69.29% and female literacy was 54.87%.