Awadhan

Awadhan is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 124km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Aavdhani is the gram panchayat of Awadhan village.

Here you can discover what makes Awadhan unique in its vibrant Palghar-Thane region. You’ll see Awadhan’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 Awadhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Awadhan is 552342. The village spans a total geographical area of 429.23 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Awadhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

When it comes to local governance, Awadhan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Awadhan

According to the 2011 Census, Awadhan has a total population of about 1,744, with approximately 856 males and 888 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 263 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,697. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.62%, with male literacy at about 57.59% and female literacy near 39.98%. There are around 363 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Awadhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,744 856 888
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 263 125 138
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,697 818 879
Literate Population 848 493 355
Illiterate Population 896 363 533

Connectivity of Awadhan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Awadhan. As per the 2011 stats, Awadhan 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Awadhan

Knowing the nearby villages of Awadhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Awadhan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Awadhan

Where is Awadhan located?
Awadhan village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awadhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Awadhan is Aavdhani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Awadhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Awadhan is 1,744, with 856 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Awadhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Awadhan village has a total of 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awadhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Awadhan is 48.62%. The male literacy rate is 57.59%, while the female literacy rate is 39.98%.