Amawan Kalan - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Amawan Kalan is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Amawan Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amawan Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amawan Kalan is 200164. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.79 hectares and falls under the 223101 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Amawan Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amawan Kalan
As per Census 2011, Amawan Kalan village has a total population of 2,184 people, consisting of 1,057 males and 1,127 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,385 literate and 799 illiterate residents. Additionally, 676 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amawan Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,184 | 1,057 | 1,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 159 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 676 | 329 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 765 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 799 | 292 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Amawan Kalan
Amawan Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamalapur | North-West | 0.78 km |
| Pooramohini Mishra | South-West | 0.82 km |
| Bansingh Patti | East | 0.86 km |
| Keshopur | North | 1.32 km |
| Amanwan Khurd | North | 1.45 km |
| Barbaspur | East | 1.46 km |
| Patti Narendrapur | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Basauli | West | 1.50 km |
| Kasiyapur | East | 1.54 km |
| Loriha | South-East | 1.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amawan Kalan
Amawan Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harpalganj, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahganj to Amawan Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Amawan Kalan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amawan Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amawan Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amawan Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amawan Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amawan Kalan
Where is Amawan Kalan located?
Amawan Kalan village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amawan Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Amawan Kalan is Amawan Kala.
What is the pincode of Amawan Kalan?
The pincode of Amawan Kalan is 223101.
What is the population of Amawan Kalan?
Amawan Kalan has a total population of 2,184, including 1,057 males and 1,127 females.
How many households are there in Amawan Kalan?
There are 325 households in Amawan Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Amawan Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amawan Kalan is 63.42%. Male literacy is 72.37% and female literacy is 55.01%.