Avhati - Baglan, Nashik
Avhati is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Avhati village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Avhati is 550088. The village covers a total geographical area of 799.78 hectares and falls under the 423301 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Avhati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baglan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Avhati
According to the 2011 Census, Avhati village had a total population of 1,392 people, including 711 males and 681 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.78%, with male literacy at 82.23% and female literacy at 69.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 526.
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 | 1,392 | 711 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 92 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 526 | 257 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 923 | 509 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 202 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Avhati
Avhati 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vanoli | South | 3.20 km |
| Virgaon | West | 3.27 km |
| Dholbare | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Parner | North | 3.59 km |
| Bijote | North-East | 4.87 km |
| Mulane | South-East | 4.91 km |
| Bhuyane | North | 5.00 km |
| Dongrej | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Tarsali | South | 5.34 km |
| Kautikpada | South | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Avhati
Avhati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.4 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 Satana to Avhati is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Avhati is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Avhati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Avhati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Avhati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Avhati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Avhati
Where is Avhati located?
Avhati village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Avhati?
Avhati is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Avhati?
The pincode of Avhati is 423301.
What is the population of Avhati?
Avhati had a total population of 1,392, including 711 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Avhati?
Avhati had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Avhati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Avhati was 75.78%. Male literacy was 82.23% and female literacy was 69.12%.