Awan

Awan is a village located in Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Gurdaspur (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Awan village is also a gram panchayat.

Awan 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 Awan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Awan is 028032. The village spans a total geographical area of 192 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143512. Dhariwal is nearest town to Awan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Awan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 675 343 332
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 77 43 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 3 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 490 265 225
Illiterate Population 185 78 107

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

  • The total population of Awan village is around 675, including approximately 343 males and 332 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Awan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Awan village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Awan village is about 72.59%, with male literacy at 77.26% and female literacy at 67.77%.
  • There are around 128 households in Awan village.

Connectivity of Awan

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

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

Nearby Villages of Awan

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

Maur Saprai Sheikh Kabir Kotla Chak Nurowali Nurowali Attari Bhakhariwal Khera Kotli Boparai Gunian

Frequently Asked Questions about Awan

Where is Awan located?
Awan village is situated in Gurdaspur Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur 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 143512, 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 675, with 343 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Awan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Awan village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Awan is 72.59%. The male literacy rate is 77.26%, while the female literacy rate is 67.77%.