Awarde - Patan, Satara
Awarde is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Awarde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awarde is 564205. The village covers a total geographical area of 518 hectares and falls under the 415014 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Awarde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awarde
As per Census 2011, Awarde village has a total population of 1,190 people, consisting of 582 males and 608 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 915 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awarde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,190 | 582 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 43 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 915 | 486 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 96 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Awarde
Awarde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambale | South | 1.65 km |
| Bhudakewadi | East | 1.93 km |
| Kadave Bk. | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Bambavade | West | 2.72 km |
| Gaymukhwadi | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Dhoroshi | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Konjavade | East | 3.39 km |
| Murud | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Tarale | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Kadave Kh | North | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awarde
Awarde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Targaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satara to Awarde is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awarde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awarde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awarde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awarde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Awarde
Where is Awarde located?
Awarde village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awarde?
Awarde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awarde?
The pincode of Awarde is 415014.
What is the population of Awarde?
Awarde has a total population of 1,190, including 582 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Awarde?
There are 286 households in Awarde.
What is the literacy rate in Awarde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awarde is 76.89%. Male literacy is 83.51% and female literacy is 70.56%.