Awalgaon - Maregaon, Yavatmal
Awalgaon is a village situated in the Maregaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maregaon and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Sarathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awalgaon is 543724. The village covers a total geographical area of 431.21 hectares and falls under the 445303 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Awalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awalgaon
As per Census 2011, Awalgaon village has a total population of 357 people, consisting of 177 males and 180 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 177 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 299 | 144 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 130 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 47 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Awalgaon
Awalgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambora (ujad) | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Chi.botoni | East | 3.43 km |
| Wagdara | South | 3.66 km |
| Jalaka | North | 3.70 km |
| Vasantnagar | South | 3.90 km |
| Sarati | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Wai | West | 4.63 km |
| Durgada | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Kothoda | North-West | 5.02 km |
| Tiwsala | North-West | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awalgaon
Public transport in the Awalgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wani, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wani to Awalgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Awalgaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Awalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Awalgaon
Where is Awalgaon located?
Awalgaon village is located in Maregaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Awalgaon is Sarathi.
What is the pincode of Awalgaon?
The pincode of Awalgaon is 445303.
What is the population of Awalgaon?
Awalgaon has a total population of 357, including 177 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Awalgaon?
There are 102 households in Awalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Awalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awalgaon is 68.35%. Male literacy is 73.45% and female literacy is 63.33%.