Awati - Karmala, Solapur
Awati is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Awati village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awati is 561849. The village covers a total geographical area of 1180.1 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Awati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awati
As per Census 2011, Awati village has a total population of 1,872 people, consisting of 955 males and 917 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,242 literate and 630 illiterate residents. Additionally, 423 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,872 | 955 | 917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 114 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 214 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,242 | 714 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 241 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Awati
Awati 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 Awati
Awati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karmala to Awati is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Awati is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awati 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Awati
Where is Awati located?
Awati village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awati?
Awati is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awati?
The pincode of Awati is 413203.
What is the population of Awati?
Awati has a total population of 1,872, including 955 males and 917 females.
How many households are there in Awati?
There are 340 households in Awati.
What is the literacy rate in Awati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awati is 66.35%. Male literacy is 74.76% and female literacy is 57.58%.