Awan - Fatehgarh Churian, Gurdaspur
Awan is a village situated in the Fatehgarh Churian tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 30 km from Batala and around 60 km from Gurdaspur. Awan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awan is 028838. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 143602 pincode. Fathegarh Churian is the nearest town.
Awan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Awan
As per Census 2011, Awan village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 244 males and 215 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 309 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 244 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 167 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 77 | 73 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Awan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Awan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Awan
Where is Awan located?
Awan village is located in Fatehgarh Churian Tehsil, Gurdaspur 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 143602.
What is the population of Awan?
Awan has a total population of 459, including 244 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Awan?
There are 95 households in Awan.
What is the literacy rate in Awan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awan is 67.32%. Male literacy is 68.44% and female literacy is 66.05%.