Athwan - Amb, Una
Athwan is a village situated in the Amb tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Kalroohi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athwan is 018201. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.79 hectares and falls under the 177203 pincode. Gagret is the nearest town.
Athwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gagret Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athwan
According to the 2011 Census, Athwan village had a total population of 813 people, including 411 males and 402 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.23%, with male literacy at 94.49% and female literacy at 83.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 150, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 813 | 411 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 76 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 343 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 68 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Athwan
Athwan 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 Athwan
Athwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Athwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Athwan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Athwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Athwan
Where is Athwan located?
Athwan village is located in Amb Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Athwan is Kalroohi.
What is the pincode of Athwan?
The pincode of Athwan is 177203.
What is the population of Athwan?
Athwan had a total population of 813, including 411 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Athwan?
Athwan had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athwan was 89.23%. Male literacy was 94.49% and female literacy was 83.93%.