Pawani
Pawani is a village located in Hinganghat tehsil of Wardha district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Hinganghat (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Wardha. As per 2009 stats, Pawani village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pawani unique in its vibrant Hinganghat-Wardha region. You’ll see Pawani’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 Pawani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pawani is 534394. The village spans a total geographical area of 983.25 hectares. Hinganghat is nearest town to Pawani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pawani 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 Deoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Wardha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pawani
Population of Pawani
According to the 2011 Census, Pawani has a total population of about 1,211, with approximately 628 males and 583 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 116 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 209 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.30%, with male literacy at about 80.41% and female literacy near 71.87%. There are around 299 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pawani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,211 | 628 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 71 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 108 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 505 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 123 | 164 |
Connectivity of Pawani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pawani. As per the 2011 stats, Pawani 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 Pawani
Knowing the nearby villages of Pawani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pawani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pawani
- Where is Pawani located?
- Pawani village is situated in Hinganghat Tehsil, within the Wardha district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pawani?
- Pawani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Pawani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pawani is 1,211, with 628 males and 583 females.
- How many households are there in Pawani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pawani village has a total of 299 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pawani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pawani is 76.30%. The male literacy rate is 80.41%, while the female literacy rate is 71.87%.