Awan - Biraul, Darbhanga
Awan is a village situated in the Biraul subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biraul and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Manor Bhauram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awan is 227690. The village covers a total geographical area of 252 hectares and falls under the 847202 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Awan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darbhanga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awan
As per Census 2011, Awan village has a total population of 3,919 people, consisting of 2,103 males and 1,816 females. The village has 744 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 893 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,284 literate and 2,635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 584 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,919 | 2,103 | 1,816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 893 | 464 | 429 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 584 | 317 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,284 | 910 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,635 | 1,193 | 1,442 |
Nearby Villages of Awan
Awan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Awan
Awan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Awan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Awan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awan 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 Awan
Where is Awan located?
Awan village is located in Biraul Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awan?
The Gram Panchayat of Awan is Manor Bhauram.
What is the pincode of Awan?
The pincode of Awan is 847202.
What is the population of Awan?
Awan has a total population of 3,919, including 2,103 males and 1,816 females.
How many households are there in Awan?
There are 744 households in Awan.
What is the literacy rate in Awan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awan is 32.76%. Male literacy is 43.27% and female literacy is 20.59%.