Awai
Awai is a village located in Yamkeshwar tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Yamkeshwar (tehsildar office) and 160km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Awai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Awai unique in its vibrant Yamkeshwar-Garhwal region. You’ll see Awai’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 Awai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Awai is 048751. The village spans a total geographical area of 278.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246121. Dogadda is nearest town to Awai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 69km away.
Google Map of Awai
Population of Awai
According to the 2011 Census, Awai has a total population of about 428, with approximately 232 males and 196 females. The sex ratio is around 844 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.14%, with male literacy at about 89.22% and female literacy near 69.39%. There are around 107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Awai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 428 | 232 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 343 | 207 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 25 | 60 |
Connectivity of Awai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Awai. As per the 2011 stats, Awai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Awai
Knowing the nearby villages of Awai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Awai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Awai
- Where is Awai located?
- Awai village is situated in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Awai?
- Awai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Awai?
- The pincode of Awai is 246121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Awai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Awai is 428, with 232 males and 196 females.
- How many households are there in Awai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Awai village has a total of 107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Awai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Awai is 80.14%. The male literacy rate is 89.22%, while the female literacy rate is 69.39%.