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
According to the 2011 Census, Awana village had a total population of 455 people, including 240 males and 215 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.77%, with male literacy at 83.89% and female literacy at 68.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 240 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 59 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 455, including 240 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Awana?
Awana had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awana was 76.77%. Male literacy was 83.89% and female literacy was 68.65%.