Araw - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Araw is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Araw village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Araw is 563031. The village covers a total geographical area of 649.26 hectares and falls under the 415715 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Araw village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Araw
According to the 2011 Census, Araw village had a total population of 151 people, including 70 males and 81 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,157 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 46.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 55 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 15 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Araw
Araw 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Morni | East | 2.12 km |
| Mhalunge | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Parwat T. Wagawale | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Shindi | West | 3.33 km |
| Uchat | North | 3.79 km |
| Shirgaon | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Valawan | West | 4.36 km |
| Lamaj | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Nive | South | 4.45 km |
| Ravandi | East | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Araw
Araw is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chiplun, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Satara to Araw is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Araw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Araw 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Araw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Araw 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 Araw
Where is Araw located?
Araw village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araw?
Araw is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Araw?
The pincode of Araw is 415715.
What is the population of Araw?
Araw had a total population of 151, including 70 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Araw?
Araw had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Araw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Araw was 63.64%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 46.75%.