Awan
Awan is a village located in Bhulath tehsil of Kapurthala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Bhulath (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kapurthala . As per 2009 stats, Awan village is also a gram panchayat.
Awan has its own place in the vibrant Kapurthala region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Awan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Awan is 029069. The village spans a total geographical area of 323.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144636. Begowal is nearest town to Awan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Awan
Below is a concise population overview of Awan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,143 | 556 | 587 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 85 | 46 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 153 | 122 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 714 | 338 | 376 |
Illiterate Population | 429 | 218 | 211 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Awan village:
- The total population of Awan village is around 1,143, including approximately 556 males and 587 females, with a sex ratio of 1055 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Awan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Awan village has 275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Awan village is about 62.47%, with male literacy at 60.79% and female literacy at 64.05%.
- There are around 279 households in Awan village.
Connectivity of Awan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Awan. As per the 2011 stats, Awan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Awan
Knowing the nearby villages of Awan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Awan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Awan
- Where is Awan located?
- Awan village is situated in Bhulath Tehsil, within the Kapurthala district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Awan?
- Awan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Awan?
- The pincode of Awan is 144636, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Awan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Awan is 1,143, with 556 males and 587 females.
- How many households are there in Awan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Awan village has a total of 279 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Awan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Awan is 62.47%. The male literacy rate is 60.79%, while the female literacy rate is 64.05%.