Awashi
Awashi is a village located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 186km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Awashi village is also a gram panchayat.
Awashi has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Awashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Awashi is 564849. The village spans a total geographical area of 647.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415712. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to Awashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Awashi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Awashi
Population of Awashi
Below is a concise population overview of Awashi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 238 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 203 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 35 | 109 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Awashi village:
- The total population of Awashi village is around 509, including approximately 238 males and 271 females, with a sex ratio of 1138 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Awashi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Awashi village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Awashi village is about 71.71%, with male literacy at 85.29% and female literacy at 59.78%.
- There are around 141 households in Awashi village.
Connectivity of Awashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Awashi. As per the 2011 stats, Awashi 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 Awashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Awashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Awashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Awashi
- Where is Awashi located?
- Awashi village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Awashi?
- Awashi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Awashi?
- The pincode of Awashi is 415712, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Awashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Awashi is 509, with 238 males and 271 females.
- How many households are there in Awashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Awashi village has a total of 141 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Awashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Awashi is 71.71%. The male literacy rate is 85.29%, while the female literacy rate is 59.78%.