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.
Here you can discover what makes Awashi unique in its vibrant Dapoli-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Awashi’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Awashi has a total population of about 509, with approximately 238 males and 271 females. The sex ratio is around 1138 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.71%, with male literacy at about 85.29% and female literacy near 59.78%. There are around 141 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Awashi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.