Araw

Araw is a village located in Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Mahabaleshwar (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Araw village is also a gram panchayat.

Araw has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Araw

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Araw is 563031. The village spans a total geographical area of 649.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415715. Satara is nearest town to Araw village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 63km away.

When it comes to local governance, Araw 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Araw

Below is a concise population overview of Araw as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 151 70 81
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 8 4 4
Scheduled Castes (SC) 14 6 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 91 55 36
Illiterate Population 60 15 45

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Araw village:

  • The total population of Araw village is around 151, including approximately 70 males and 81 females, with a sex ratio of 1157 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 8 children aged 0–6 years in Araw village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Araw village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Araw village is about 60.26%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 44.44%.
  • There are around 39 households in Araw village.

Connectivity of Araw

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Araw. As per the 2011 stats, Araw had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Araw

Knowing the nearby villages of Araw helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Araw.

Frequently Asked Questions about Araw

Where is Araw located?
Araw village is situated in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araw?
Araw serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Araw?
The pincode of Araw is 415715, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Araw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Araw is 151, with 70 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Araw as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Araw village has a total of 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Araw as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Araw is 60.26%. The male literacy rate is 78.57%, while the female literacy rate is 44.44%.