Avaleshwar - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Avaleshwar is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Kasarde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Avaleshwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Avaleshwar is 566415. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.19 hectares and falls under the 416801 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Avaleshwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Avaleshwar
According to the 2011 Census, Avaleshwar village had a total population of 493 people, including 228 males and 265 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.04%, with male literacy at 82.09% and female literacy at 67.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 493 | 228 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 165 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 63 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Avaleshwar
Avaleshwar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Avaleshwar
Avaleshwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Avaleshwar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Avaleshwar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Avaleshwar is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Avaleshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Avaleshwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Avaleshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Avaleshwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Avaleshwar
Where is Avaleshwar located?
Avaleshwar village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Avaleshwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Avaleshwar is Kasarde.
What is the pincode of Avaleshwar?
The pincode of Avaleshwar is 416801.
What is the population of Avaleshwar?
Avaleshwar had a total population of 493, including 228 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Avaleshwar?
Avaleshwar had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Avaleshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Avaleshwar was 74.04%. Male literacy was 82.09% and female literacy was 67.36%.