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
As per Census 2011, Awan village has a total population of 469 people, consisting of 248 males and 221 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 248 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| 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 has a total population of 469, including 248 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Awan?
There are 79 households in Awan.
What is the literacy rate in Awan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awan is 60.77%. Male literacy is 66.13% and female literacy is 54.75%.