Awalan - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Awalan is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Walane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awalan is 563005. The village covers a total geographical area of 313 hectares and falls under the 412806 pincode. Mahabaleshwar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Awalan 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 Awalan
According to the 2011 Census, Awalan village had a total population of 173 people, including 85 males and 88 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.89%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 47.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 60 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 25 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Awalan
Awalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gavadhoshi | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Walne | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Velapur | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Rule | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Pali T. Ategaon | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Harchandi | North | 3.17 km |
| Vanavli T. Ategaon | East | 3.46 km |
| Nivali | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Ahir | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Akalpe | South | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awalan
Awalan 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 73.1 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 Mahabaleshwar to Awalan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Awalan is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awalan 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 Awalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awalan
Where is Awalan located?
Awalan village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Awalan is Walane.
What is the pincode of Awalan?
The pincode of Awalan is 412806.
What is the population of Awalan?
Awalan had a total population of 173, including 85 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Awalan?
Awalan had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awalan was 62.89%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 47.62%.