Awan - Zira, Ferozepur
Awan is a village situated in the Zira tehsil of Ferozepur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from Zira and around 42 km from Firozpur. Awan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awan is 034418. The village covers a total geographical area of 198 hectares and falls under the 152028 pincode. Zira is the nearest town.
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 Firozpur Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Firozpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awan
According to the 2011 Census, Awan village had a total population of 469 people, including 248 males and 221 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.68%, with male literacy at 76.28% and female literacy at 62.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 469 | 248 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 164 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 84 | 100 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Awan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Firozpur to Awan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Awan
Where is Awan located?
Awan village is located in Zira Tehsil, Ferozepur district, Punjab, 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 152028.
What is the population of Awan?
Awan had a total population of 469, including 248 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Awan?
Awan had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awan was 69.68%. Male literacy was 76.28% and female literacy was 62.37%.