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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Awalgaon village has a total population of 2,351 people, consisting of 1,220 males and 1,131 females. The village has 578 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,390 literate and 961 illiterate residents. Additionally, 458 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awalgaon are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Awalgaon?
Awalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awalgaon?
The pincode of Awalgaon is 431514.
What is the population of Awalgaon?
Awalgaon has a total population of 2,351, including 1,220 males and 1,131 females.
How many households are there in Awalgaon?
There are 578 households in Awalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Awalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awalgaon is 59.12%. Male literacy is 68.52% and female literacy is 48.98%.