Awar - Rarah, Deeg
Awar is a village situated in the Rarah tehsil of Deeg district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 14 km from Kumher and around 16 km from Bharatpur. Awar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awar is 074590. The village covers a total geographical area of 1150 hectares and falls under the 321202 pincode. Kumher is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Awar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deeg-kumher Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awar
According to the 2011 Census, Awar village had a total population of 5,404 people, including 2,885 males and 2,519 females, living in 907 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.60%, with male literacy at 84.01% and female literacy at 55.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 884.
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 | 5,404 | 2,885 | 2,519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 901 | 484 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 884 | 475 | 409 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,179 | 2,017 | 1,162 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,225 | 868 | 1,357 |
Nearby Villages of Awar
Awar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagla Budhsingh | South | 1.69 km |
| Nagla Maloo | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Surauta | West | 2.87 km |
| Nagla Tuhiram | South | 3.03 km |
| Sunari | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Abhaurra | North | 3.15 km |
| Ajan | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Dahra | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Mahangaya | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Nagla Harchand | South-East | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awar
Awar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhaurmui Jaghna, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kumher to Awar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharatpur to Awar is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awar
Where is Awar located?
Awar village is located in Rarah Tehsil, Deeg district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Awar?
Awar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awar?
The pincode of Awar is 321202.
What is the population of Awar?
Awar had a total population of 5,404, including 2,885 males and 2,519 females.
How many households are there in Awar?
Awar had 907 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awar was 70.60%. Male literacy was 84.01% and female literacy was 55.28%.