Awan
About Awan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Awan village is 034794. Awan village is located in Jalalabad tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Jalalabad (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Awan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 329.98 hectares. Awan has a total population of 328 peoples, out of which male population is 171 while female population is 157. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 918 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of awan village is 54.57% out of which 61.40% males and 47.13% females are literate. There are about 57 houses in awan village. Pincode of awan village locality is 152022.
When it comes to administration, Awan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Awan village comes under Firozpur Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Firozpur Lok Sabha constituency. Guru Har Sahai is nearest town to awan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Awan
The population details of Awan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 171 | 157 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 179 | 105 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 66 | 83 |
Connectivity of Awan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Awan
Where is Awan located?
Awan village is situated in Jalalabad Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awan?
Awan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Awan?
The pincode of Awan is 152022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Awan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Awan is 328, with 171 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Awan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Awan village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Awan is 54.57%. The male literacy rate is 61.40%, while the female literacy rate is 47.13%.