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
According to the 2011 Census, Awayan village had a total population of 5,604 people, including 2,857 males and 2,747 females, living in 824 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.57%, with male literacy at 81.88% and female literacy at 62.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,323, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 5,604 | 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 had a total population of 5,604, including 2,857 males and 2,747 females.
How many households are there in Awayan?
Awayan had 824 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awayan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awayan was 72.57%. Male literacy was 81.88% and female literacy was 62.71%.