Agwan

Agwan is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Agwan village is also a gram panchayat.

Agwan has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Agwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Agwan is 028933. The village spans a total geographical area of 190 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143602. Dera Baba Nanak is nearest town to Agwan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Agwan

Below is a concise population overview of Agwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 297 169 128
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 16 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 21 11 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 159 101 58
Illiterate Population 138 68 70

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Agwan village:

  • The total population of Agwan village is around 297, including approximately 169 males and 128 females, with a sex ratio of 757 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Agwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Agwan village has 21 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Agwan village is about 53.54%, with male literacy at 59.76% and female literacy at 45.31%.
  • There are around 51 households in Agwan village.

Connectivity of Agwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Agwan. As per the 2011 stats, Agwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Agwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Agwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Agwan.

Maitla Haruwal Sadhanwali Kotli Dayaram Chandu Nangal Machharala Man Khalilpur Chakanwali Khushalpur Kotha

Frequently Asked Questions about Agwan

Where is Agwan located?
Agwan village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agwan?
Agwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Agwan?
The pincode of Agwan is 143602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Agwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Agwan is 297, with 169 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Agwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Agwan village has a total of 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Agwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Agwan is 53.54%. The male literacy rate is 59.76%, while the female literacy rate is 45.31%.