Pawashi
Pawashi is a village located in Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Kudal (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Pawashi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pawashi unique in its vibrant Kudal-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Pawashi’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 Pawashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pawashi is 566792. The village spans a total geographical area of 490 hectares. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Pawashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Pawashi
Population of Pawashi
According to the 2011 Census, Pawashi has a total population of about 1,331, with approximately 656 males and 675 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 278 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.04%, with male literacy at about 88.57% and female literacy near 75.70%. There are around 309 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pawashi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,331 | 656 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 121 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,092 | 581 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 75 | 164 |
Connectivity of Pawashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pawashi. As per the 2011 stats, Pawashi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pawashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Pawashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pawashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pawashi
- Where is Pawashi located?
- Pawashi village is situated in Kudal Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pawashi?
- Pawashi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Pawashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pawashi is 1,331, with 656 males and 675 females.
- How many households are there in Pawashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pawashi village has a total of 309 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pawashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pawashi is 82.04%. The male literacy rate is 88.57%, while the female literacy rate is 75.70%.