Awra - Malpura, Tonk
Awra is a village situated in the Malpura tehsil of Tonk district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malpura and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Tonk. Awada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awra is 092508. The village covers a total geographical area of 2060.15 hectares and falls under the 304502 pincode. Malpura is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Awra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awra
As per Census 2011, Awra village has a total population of 2,718 people, consisting of 1,384 males and 1,334 females. The village has 443 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,107 literate and 1,611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,718 | 1,384 | 1,334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 206 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 189 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 1,107 | 784 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,611 | 600 | 1,011 |
Nearby Villages of Awra
Awra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tundera | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Doriya | North | 3.70 km |
| Gulab Pura | South | 4.08 km |
| Kumhariya | South-West | 4.53 km |
| Akhatari | North | 4.70 km |
| Pachewar | South-East | 4.85 km |
| Chak Nagar | West | 5.19 km |
| Soorsagar Ambapura | East | 5.68 km |
| Kheri Charnan | North | 5.80 km |
| Ursewa | North-West | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awra
Awra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sakhun, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malpura to Awra is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tonk to Awra is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Awra
Where is Awra located?
Awra village is located in Malpura Tehsil, Tonk district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awra?
The Gram Panchayat of Awra is Awada.
What is the pincode of Awra?
The pincode of Awra is 304502.
What is the population of Awra?
Awra has a total population of 2,718, including 1,384 males and 1,334 females.
How many households are there in Awra?
There are 443 households in Awra.
What is the literacy rate in Awra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awra is 40.73%. Male literacy is 56.65% and female literacy is 24.21%.