Awankhed
Awankhed is a village located in Dindori tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dindori (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Awankhed village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Awankhed unique in its vibrant Dindori-Nashik region. You’ll see Awankhed’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Awankhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Awankhed is 550640. The village spans a total geographical area of 1218.54 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Awankhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
As per 2019 stats, Awankhed village comes under Dindori assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Awankhed
Population of Awankhed
According to the 2011 Census, Awankhed has a total population of about 2,810, with approximately 1,435 males and 1,375 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 386 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 300 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 936. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.22%, with male literacy at about 74.49% and female literacy near 61.67%. There are around 518 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Awankhed's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,810 | 1,435 | 1,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 207 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 154 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 936 | 462 | 474 |
| Literate Population | 1,917 | 1,069 | 848 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 366 | 527 |
Connectivity of Awankhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Awankhed. As per the 2011 stats, Awankhed had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Awankhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Awankhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Awankhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Awankhed
- Where is Awankhed located?
- Awankhed village is situated in Dindori Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Awankhed?
- Awankhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Awankhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Awankhed is 2,810, with 1,435 males and 1,375 females.
- How many households are there in Awankhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Awankhed village has a total of 518 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Awankhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Awankhed is 68.22%. The male literacy rate is 74.49%, while the female literacy rate is 61.67%.