Awrangabad - Misrikh, Sitapur
Awrangabad is a village situated in the Misrikh tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Misrikh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Aurangabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awrangabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awrangabad is 137334. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.37 hectares and falls under the 261403 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Awrangabad 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 Misrikh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Awrangabad
According to the 2011 Census, Awrangabad village had a total population of 8,677 people, including 4,567 males and 4,110 females, living in 1,558 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.42%, with male literacy at 59.49% and female literacy at 48.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,178.
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 | 8,677 | 4,567 | 4,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,272 | 640 | 632 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,178 | 1,159 | 1,019 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,030 | 2,336 | 1,694 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,647 | 2,231 | 2,416 |
Nearby Villages of Awrangabad
Awrangabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karkhila | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Mankapur | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Ragunathpur Ani | East | 1.77 km |
| Meerapur | South | 2.03 km |
| Paraspur | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Karuamao | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Mareli | North | 2.56 km |
| Dangra | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Lokanapur | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Bejangrent | North | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awrangabad
Awrangabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghori Halt, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sitapur to Awrangabad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitapur to Awrangabad is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awrangabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awrangabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awrangabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awrangabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Awrangabad
Where is Awrangabad located?
Awrangabad village is located in Misrikh Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Awrangabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Awrangabad is Aurangabad.
What is the pincode of Awrangabad?
The pincode of Awrangabad is 261403.
What is the population of Awrangabad?
Awrangabad had a total population of 8,677, including 4,567 males and 4,110 females.
How many households are there in Awrangabad?
Awrangabad had 1,558 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awrangabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awrangabad was 54.42%. Male literacy was 59.49% and female literacy was 48.71%.