Awar - Pachpahar, Jhalawar
Awar is a village situated in the Pachpahar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachpahar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Awar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awar is 104963. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.4 hectares and falls under the 326512 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 40 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 Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awar
According to the 2011 Census, Awar village had a total population of 3,467 people, including 1,757 males and 1,710 females, living in 618 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 61.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 513, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 3,467 | 1,757 | 1,710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 277 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 513 | 260 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 2,158 | 1,258 | 900 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,309 | 499 | 810 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deogarh | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Nagar | East | 1.63 km |
| Shekhpura | West | 1.81 km |
| Lar Khera | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Jajni | South | 3.07 km |
| Moru Kheri | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Naulai | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Pagariya | West | 3.56 km |
| Khera | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Hatya Gaur | South-West | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awar
Public transport in the Awar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hanspura, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhawani Mandi to Awar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Awar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Awar
Where is Awar located?
Awar village is located in Pachpahar Tehsil, Jhalawar 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 326512.
What is the population of Awar?
Awar had a total population of 3,467, including 1,757 males and 1,710 females.
How many households are there in Awar?
Awar had 618 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awar was 73.53%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 61.86%.