Awas
Awas is a village located in Alibag tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Alibag (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Awas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Awas unique in its vibrant Alibag-Raigarh region. You’ll see Awas’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 Awas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Awas is 554009. The village spans a total geographical area of 946 hectares. Alibag is nearest town to Awas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Awas
Population of Awas
According to the 2011 Census, Awas has a total population of about 3,915, with approximately 1,947 males and 1,968 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 356 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 47 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 37. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.27%, with male literacy at about 87.16% and female literacy near 79.42%. There are around 945 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Awas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,915 | 1,947 | 1,968 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 184 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 3,260 | 1,697 | 1,563 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 250 | 405 |
Connectivity of Awas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Awas. As per the 2011 stats, Awas 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Awas
Knowing the nearby villages of Awas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Awas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Awas
- Where is Awas located?
- Awas village is situated in Alibag Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Awas?
- Awas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Awas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Awas is 3,915, with 1,947 males and 1,968 females.
- How many households are there in Awas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Awas village has a total of 945 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Awas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Awas is 83.27%. The male literacy rate is 87.16%, while the female literacy rate is 79.42%.