Awair - Jogindarnagar, Mandi
Awair is a village situated in the Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Hargunain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awair is 013420. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.31 hectares and falls under the 175020 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Awair village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awair
According to the 2011 Census, Awair village had a total population of 966 people, including 517 males and 449 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.84%, with male literacy at 92.37% and female literacy at 65.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | 517 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 58 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 90 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 424 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 93 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Awair
Awair 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 Awair
Awair is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Awair.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Awair is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awair village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Awair
Where is Awair located?
Awair village is located in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Awair?
The Gram Panchayat of Awair is Hargunain.
What is the pincode of Awair?
The pincode of Awair is 175020.
What is the population of Awair?
Awair had a total population of 966, including 517 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Awair?
Awair had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awair was 79.84%. Male literacy was 92.37% and female literacy was 65.77%.