Alawan

Alawan is a village located in Meskaur subdivision of Nawada district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Meskaur (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Nawada. As per 2009 stats, Tetaria is the gram panchayat of Alawan village.

Alawan has its own place in the vibrant Nawada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Alawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alawan is 258235. The village spans a total geographical area of 176 hectares. Hisua is nearest town to Alawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

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Population of Alawan

Below is a concise population overview of Alawan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 956 427 529
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 201 98 103
Scheduled Castes (SC) 29 17 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 442 255 187
Illiterate Population 514 172 342

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Alawan village:

  • The total population of Alawan village is around 956, including approximately 427 males and 529 females, with a sex ratio of 1238 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 201 children aged 0–6 years in Alawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Alawan village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Alawan village is about 46.23%, with male literacy at 59.72% and female literacy at 35.35%.
  • There are around 123 households in Alawan village.

Connectivity of Alawan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alawan. As per the 2011 stats, Alawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Alawan

Knowing the nearby villages of Alawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alawan.

Pasia Majhila Hero Kaua Bara Tetaria Dhonrhra Ganga Bara Shekhabara Meksaur Biju Bigha Merhkuri

Frequently Asked Questions about Alawan

Where is Alawan located?
Alawan village is situated in Meskaur Subdivision, within the Nawada district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Alawan is Tetaria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Alawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alawan is 956, with 427 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Alawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Alawan village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alawan is 46.23%. The male literacy rate is 59.72%, while the female literacy rate is 35.35%.