Awana - Gurdaspur
Awana is a village situated in the Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurdaspur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Awana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awana is 028487. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 143516 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Awana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Qadian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awana
As per Census 2011, Awana village has a total population of 455 people, consisting of 240 males and 215 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 304 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 240 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 59 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 177 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 63 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Awana
Awana 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 Awana
Awana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Awana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Awana is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awana 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 Awana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awana 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Awana
Where is Awana located?
Awana village is located in Gurdaspur Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awana?
Awana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awana?
The pincode of Awana is 143516.
What is the population of Awana?
Awana has a total population of 455, including 240 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Awana?
There are 87 households in Awana.
What is the literacy rate in Awana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awana is 66.81%. Male literacy is 73.75% and female literacy is 59.07%.