Awti - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Awti is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. Awti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awti is 207101. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.24 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town.
Awti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saiyadraja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awti
According to the 2011 Census, Awti village had a total population of 3,117 people, including 1,667 males and 1,450 females, living in 447 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.58%, with male literacy at 84.13% and female literacy at 63.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,317, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,117 | 1,667 | 1,450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 509 | 262 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,317 | 718 | 599 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,945 | 1,182 | 763 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,172 | 485 | 687 |
Nearby Villages of Awti
Awti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramrupdaspur | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Alamkhatopur | West | 1.11 km |
| Baghari | East | 1.76 km |
| Visunpura Khurd | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Rapuri | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Barhan | West | 2.01 km |
| Mahra | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Tambagarh | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Chak Niymtulla | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Karjara | North | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awti
Awti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bahora Chandil, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Awti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Awti
Where is Awti located?
Awti village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Awti?
Awti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awti?
The pincode of Awti is 232109.
What is the population of Awti?
Awti had a total population of 3,117, including 1,667 males and 1,450 females.
How many households are there in Awti?
Awti had 447 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awti was 74.58%. Male literacy was 84.13% and female literacy was 63.42%.