Awalgaon - Sonpeth, Parbhani
Awalgaon is a village situated in the Sonpeth tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonpeth and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Awalgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awalgaon is 546966. The village covers a total geographical area of 929.43 hectares and falls under the 431514 pincode. Sonpeth is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Awalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Awalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Awalgaon village had a total population of 2,351 people, including 1,220 males and 1,131 females, living in 578 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.56%, with male literacy at 82.85% and female literacy at 57.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 458.
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 | 2,351 | 1,220 | 1,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 211 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 236 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,390 | 836 | 554 |
| Illiterate Population | 961 | 384 | 577 |
Nearby Villages of Awalgaon
Awalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kortek | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Naikota | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Wandan | East | 3.17 km |
| Khadka | North | 3.35 km |
| Chukar Pimpri | West | 3.36 km |
| Nila | South | 3.63 km |
| Mohala | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Karam | South | 4.57 km |
| Saikheda | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Wadi Naikata | South-West | 5.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awalgaon
Awalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vadgaon Nila, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonpeth to Awalgaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Awalgaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awalgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Awalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awalgaon 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 Awalgaon
Where is Awalgaon located?
Awalgaon village is located in Sonpeth Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Awalgaon?
Awalgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awalgaon?
The pincode of Awalgaon is 431514.
What is the population of Awalgaon?
Awalgaon had a total population of 2,351, including 1,220 males and 1,131 females.
How many households are there in Awalgaon?
Awalgaon had 578 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awalgaon was 70.56%. Male literacy was 82.85% and female literacy was 57.65%.