Awage - Shahade, Nandurbar
Awage is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Junavane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awage village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awage is 525502. The village covers a total geographical area of 311.6 hectares and falls under the 425432 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Awage village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awage
As per Census 2011, Awage village has a total population of 312 people, consisting of 173 males and 139 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 803 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awage are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 312 | 173 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 160 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 122 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 51 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Awage
Awage 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohide.ta.ha | South | 1.86 km |
| Junavane | East | 2.03 km |
| Pimpri | North | 2.22 km |
| Budigavhan | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Navalpur | East | 2.72 km |
| Padalde Budruk | West | 3.00 km |
| Hol | South | 3.08 km |
| Godipur | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Mhasavad | North | 3.96 km |
| Alkhed | South-West | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awage
Awage is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.7 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 Shahade to Awage is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Awage is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awage
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awage 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 Awage
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awage 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 Awage
Where is Awage located?
Awage village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awage?
The Gram Panchayat of Awage is Junavane.
What is the pincode of Awage?
The pincode of Awage is 425432.
What is the population of Awage?
Awage has a total population of 312, including 173 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Awage?
There are 67 households in Awage.
What is the literacy rate in Awage?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awage is 58.65%. Male literacy is 70.52% and female literacy is 43.88%.