Awayan - Belthara Road, Ballia
Awayan is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Awayan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awayan is 197809. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.67 hectares and falls under the 221715 pincode.
Awayan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awayan
As per Census 2011, Awayan village has a total population of 5,604 people, consisting of 2,857 males and 2,747 females. The village has 824 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 915 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,403 literate and 2,201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,323 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awayan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,604 | 2,857 | 2,747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 915 | 445 | 470 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,323 | 703 | 620 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 3,403 | 1,975 | 1,428 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,201 | 882 | 1,319 |
Nearby Villages of Awayan
Awayan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kupat | South-East | 0.97 km |
| Bithua | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Bhikhampur | South | 1.09 km |
| Jahidpur | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Bhuari | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Choukia | North | 1.48 km |
| Piprouli | East | 1.94 km |
| Imiliya | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Chakia Imilia | North | 2.06 km |
| Siyar | West | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Awayan
Awayan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belthara Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Awayan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awayan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awayan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awayan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awayan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Awayan
Where is Awayan located?
Awayan village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awayan?
Awayan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awayan?
The pincode of Awayan is 221715.
What is the population of Awayan?
Awayan has a total population of 5,604, including 2,857 males and 2,747 females.
How many households are there in Awayan?
There are 824 households in Awayan.
What is the literacy rate in Awayan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awayan is 60.72%. Male literacy is 69.13% and female literacy is 51.98%.