Awan
About Awan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Awan village is 007542. Awan village is located in Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Chuari Khas. Chuari Khas is the sub-district headquarter of Awan village. As per 2009 stats, Awanh is the gram panchayat of Awan village.
The total geographical area of village is 281 hectares. Awan has a total population of 761 peoples, out of which male population is 386 while female population is 375. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 971 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of awan village is 64.13% out of which 74.09% males and 53.87% females are literate. There are about 166 houses in awan village. Pincode of awan village locality is 176302.
When it comes to administration, Awan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Awan village comes under Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chuari Khas is nearest town to awan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Awan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 761 | 386 | 375 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 286 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 100 | 173 |
Connectivity of Awan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Awan
Where is Awan located?
Awan village is situated in Bhattiyat Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awan?
The Gram Panchayat of Awan is Awanh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Awan?
The pincode of Awan is 176302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Awan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Awan is 761, with 386 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Awan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Awan village has a total of 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Awan is 64.13%. The male literacy rate is 74.09%, while the female literacy rate is 53.87%.