Awashi - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Awashi is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 186 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Awashi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awashi is 564849. The village covers a total geographical area of 647.64 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Awashi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awashi
As per Census 2011, Awashi village has a total population of 509 people, consisting of 238 males and 271 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 1,138 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awashi are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Awashi
Awashi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirseshwar | East | 2.71 km |
| Shedawai | North | 2.80 km |
| Tangar | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Jambulnagar | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Gharadi | North | 3.45 km |
| Mugij | North-East | 3.64 km |
| Kudavale | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Shirsoli | South-East | 4.04 km |
| Ganpatipule | South | 4.22 km |
| Dr.iqubalnagar | East | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awashi
Public transport in the Awashi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vinhere, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dapoli Camp to Awashi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Awashi is about 186 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awashi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awashi 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 Awashi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awashi 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 Awashi
Where is Awashi located?
Awashi village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awashi?
Awashi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awashi?
The pincode of Awashi is 415712.
What is the population of Awashi?
Awashi has a total population of 509, including 238 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Awashi?
There are 141 households in Awashi.
What is the literacy rate in Awashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awashi is 71.71%. Male literacy is 85.29% and female literacy is 59.78%.