Rawan - Phillaur, Jalandhar
Rawan is a village situated in the Phillaur tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phillaur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Rawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rawan is 030043. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 144040 pincode. Nurmahal is the nearest town.
Rawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phillaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rawan
As per Census 2011, Rawan village has a total population of 235 people, consisting of 124 males and 111 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 171 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 124 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 94 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 30 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Rawan
Rawan 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 Rawan
Rawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Rawan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jalandhar to Rawan is about 40 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 Rawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rawan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rawan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rawan
Where is Rawan located?
Rawan village is located in Phillaur Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rawan?
Rawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rawan?
The pincode of Rawan is 144040.
What is the population of Rawan?
Rawan has a total population of 235, including 124 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Rawan?
There are 54 households in Rawan.
What is the literacy rate in Rawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rawan is 72.77%. Male literacy is 75.81% and female literacy is 69.37%.