Atwan
Atwan is a village located in Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Thanesar (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Atwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Atwan has its own place in the vibrant Kurukshetra 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 Atwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Atwan is 058590. The village spans a total geographical area of 274 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136135. Shabad is nearest town to Atwan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Atwan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahbad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Atwan
Population of Atwan
Below is a concise population overview of Atwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,283 | 699 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 92 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 156 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 879 | 519 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 180 | 224 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Atwan village:
- The total population of Atwan village is around 1,283, including approximately 699 males and 584 females, with a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 147 children aged 0–6 years in Atwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Atwan village has 281 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Atwan village is about 68.51%, with male literacy at 74.25% and female literacy at 61.64%.
- There are around 240 households in Atwan village.
Connectivity of Atwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Atwan. As per the 2011 stats, Atwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Atwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Atwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Atwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Atwan
- Where is Atwan located?
- Atwan village is situated in Thanesar Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Atwan?
- Atwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Atwan?
- The pincode of Atwan is 136135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Atwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Atwan is 1,283, with 699 males and 584 females.
- How many households are there in Atwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Atwan village has a total of 240 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Atwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Atwan is 68.51%. The male literacy rate is 74.25%, while the female literacy rate is 61.64%.