Awand - Aklera, Jhalawar
Awand is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Thanawad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awand is 104410. The village covers a total geographical area of 943.95 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Awand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awand
As per Census 2011, Awand village has a total population of 484 people, consisting of 250 males and 234 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 262 literate and 222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 484 | 250 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 53 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 171 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 79 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Awand
Awand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narera | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Naya Gaon | South | 2.45 km |
| Mankund | West | 2.74 km |
| Thanawad | East | 2.92 km |
| Sara Kuan | North | 2.96 km |
| Raredi | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Padliya | South | 3.69 km |
| Gadiya Mahesh | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Nainkot | East | 4.09 km |
| Bandri | North-East | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awand
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Awand. The nearest railway station is Salpura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Aklera to Awand is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Awand is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Awand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Awand
Where is Awand located?
Awand village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awand?
The Gram Panchayat of Awand is Thanawad.
What is the pincode of Awand?
The pincode of Awand is 326033.
What is the population of Awand?
Awand has a total population of 484, including 250 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Awand?
There are 98 households in Awand.
What is the literacy rate in Awand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awand is 54.13%. Male literacy is 68.40% and female literacy is 38.89%.