Awrala - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Awrala is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Aurala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awrala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awrala is 545138. The village covers a total geographical area of 308 hectares and falls under the 431809 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Awrala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awrala
As per Census 2011, Awrala village has a total population of 920 people, consisting of 481 males and 439 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 541 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 169 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awrala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 | 481 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 51 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 195 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 81 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 319 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 162 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Awrala
Awrala 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 Awrala
Awrala 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanded to Awrala is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awrala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awrala 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 Awrala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awrala 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 Awrala
Where is Awrala located?
Awrala village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awrala?
The Gram Panchayat of Awrala is Aurala.
What is the pincode of Awrala?
The pincode of Awrala is 431809.
What is the population of Awrala?
Awrala has a total population of 920, including 481 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Awrala?
There are 259 households in Awrala.
What is the literacy rate in Awrala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awrala is 58.80%. Male literacy is 66.32% and female literacy is 50.57%.