Awan - Raghogarh, Guna
Awan is a village situated in the Raghogarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. Awan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awan is 499247. The village covers a total geographical area of 1125 hectares and falls under the 473226 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Awan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awan
According to the 2011 Census, Awan village had a total population of 5,563 people, including 2,862 males and 2,701 females, living in 1,164 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.13%, with male literacy at 74.58% and female literacy at 40.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 565, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 5,563 | 2,862 | 2,701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 880 | 447 | 433 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 280 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,722 | 1,801 | 921 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,841 | 1,061 | 1,780 |
Nearby Villages of Awan
Awan 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 Awan
Awan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghogarh to Awan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Awan
Where is Awan located?
Awan village is located in Raghogarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Awan?
Awan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awan?
The pincode of Awan is 473226.
What is the population of Awan?
Awan had a total population of 5,563, including 2,862 males and 2,701 females.
How many households are there in Awan?
Awan had 1,164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awan was 58.13%. Male literacy was 74.58% and female literacy was 40.61%.