Awarpada - Talasari, Palghar
Awarpada is a village situated in the Talasari tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from Talasari and around 110 km from Thane. Kawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awarpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awarpada is 551565. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.69 hectares and falls under the 401606 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Awarpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awarpada
As per Census 2011, Awarpada village has a total population of 1,562 people, consisting of 767 males and 795 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 552 literate and 1,010 illiterate residents. Additionally, 540 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,018 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awarpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,562 | 767 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 138 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 271 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,018 | 495 | 523 |
| Literate Population | 552 | 341 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,010 | 426 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Awarpada
Awarpada 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 Awarpada
Awarpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahanu to Awarpada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Awarpada is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awarpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awarpada 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Awarpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awarpada 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awarpada
Where is Awarpada located?
Awarpada village is located in Talasari Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awarpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Awarpada is Kawada.
What is the pincode of Awarpada?
The pincode of Awarpada is 401606.
What is the population of Awarpada?
Awarpada has a total population of 1,562, including 767 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Awarpada?
There are 275 households in Awarpada.
What is the literacy rate in Awarpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awarpada is 35.34%. Male literacy is 44.46% and female literacy is 26.54%.