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.
Here you can discover what makes Araw unique in its vibrant Mahabaleshwar-Satara region. You’ll see Araw’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 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.
Google Map of Araw
Population of Araw
According to the 2011 Census, Araw has a total population of about 151, with approximately 70 males and 81 females. The sex ratio is around 1157 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 8 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.26%, with male literacy at about 78.57% and female literacy near 44.44%. There are around 39 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Araw's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.