Avashi
Avashi is a village located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Avashi village is also a gram panchayat.
Avashi 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 Avashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Avashi is 565128. The village spans a total geographical area of 528.65 hectares. Khed is nearest town to Avashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Avashi 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 Guhagar 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 Avashi
Population of Avashi
Below is a concise population overview of Avashi 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 | 2,534 | 1,336 | 1,198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 137 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,140 | 1,169 | 971 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 167 | 227 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Avashi village:
- The total population of Avashi village is around 2,534, including approximately 1,336 males and 1,198 females, with a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 269 children aged 0–6 years in Avashi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Avashi village has 100 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Avashi village is about 84.45%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 81.05%.
- There are around 629 households in Avashi village.
Connectivity of Avashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Avashi. As per the 2011 stats, Avashi 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 Avashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Avashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Avashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Avashi
- Where is Avashi located?
- Avashi village is situated in Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Avashi?
- Avashi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Avashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Avashi is 2,534, with 1,336 males and 1,198 females.
- How many households are there in Avashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Avashi village has a total of 629 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Avashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Avashi is 84.45%. The male literacy rate is 87.50%, while the female literacy rate is 81.05%.