Awan - Bhulath, Kapurthala
Awan is a village situated in the Bhulath tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhulath and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Awan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awan is 029069. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.6 hectares and falls under the 144622 pincode. Begowal is the nearest town.
Awan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bholath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awan
According to the 2011 Census, Awan village had a total population of 1,143 people, including 556 males and 587 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.55%, with male literacy at 71.76% and female literacy at 69.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 275.
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 | 1,143 | 556 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 85 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 153 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 338 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 218 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Awan
Awan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaluwal | North-West | 1.05 km |
| Isabbucha | North | 1.29 km |
| Bassi | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Nadali | South | 2.04 km |
| Jabbowal | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Bariar | North | 2.37 km |
| Talwandi Dadian | East | 2.72 km |
| Narangpur | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Jaid | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Sarupwal | North-West | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awan
Awan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Cholang, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.7 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Awan is about 35 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 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awan
Where is Awan located?
Awan village is located in Bhulath Tehsil, Kapurthala 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 144622.
What is the population of Awan?
Awan had a total population of 1,143, including 556 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Awan?
Awan had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awan was 70.55%. Male literacy was 71.76% and female literacy was 69.50%.