Awankhed - Dindori, Nashik
Awankhed is a village situated in the Dindori tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dindori and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Awankhed village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awankhed is 550640. The village covers a total geographical area of 1218.54 hectares and falls under the 422202 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Awankhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dindori Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Awankhed
According to the 2011 Census, Awankhed village had a total population of 2,810 people, including 1,435 males and 1,375 females, living in 518 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.08%, with male literacy at 87.05% and female literacy at 70.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 300, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 936.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Awankhed
Awankhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Valkhed | West | 2.50 km |
| Parmori | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Ambevani | North-East | 4.15 km |
| Lakhamapur | North | 4.18 km |
| Kadawa Mhalungi | West | 4.74 km |
| Dindori 1 | South | 4.92 km |
| Rajapur | South-East | 5.02 km |
| Mheluske | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Pade | West | 5.25 km |
| Varkhede | East | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awankhed
Awankhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khervadi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 km.
| 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 Nashik to Awankhed is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awankhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awankhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awankhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awankhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awankhed
Where is Awankhed located?
Awankhed village is located in Dindori Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Awankhed?
Awankhed is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awankhed?
The pincode of Awankhed is 422202.
What is the population of Awankhed?
Awankhed had a total population of 2,810, including 1,435 males and 1,375 females.
How many households are there in Awankhed?
Awankhed had 518 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awankhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awankhed was 79.08%. Male literacy was 87.05% and female literacy was 70.90%.