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
As per Census 2011, Awan village has a total population of 1,143 people, consisting of 556 males and 587 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 714 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 275 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,143 | 556 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 85 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 153 | 122 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,143, including 556 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Awan?
There are 279 households in Awan.
What is the literacy rate in Awan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awan is 62.47%. Male literacy is 60.79% and female literacy is 64.05%.