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.

Here you can discover what makes Agwan unique in its vibrant Dera Baba Nanak-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Agwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Agwan has a total population of about 297, with approximately 169 males and 128 females. The sex ratio is around 757 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 21 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.54%, with male literacy at about 59.76% and female literacy near 45.31%. There are around 51 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Agwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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.

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%.