Kalwan
Kalwan is a village located in Amas subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Amas (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Kalwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalwan unique in its vibrant Amas-Gaya region. You’ll see Kalwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kalwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalwan is 255775. The village spans a total geographical area of 279 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 824211. Sherghati is nearest town to Kalwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kalwan
Population of Kalwan
According to the 2011 Census, Kalwan has a total population of about 2,756, with approximately 1,389 males and 1,367 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 520 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 673 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.50%, with male literacy at about 63.71% and female literacy near 45.14%. There are around 408 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,756 | 1,389 | 1,367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 239 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 673 | 351 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,502 | 885 | 617 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,254 | 504 | 750 |
Connectivity of Kalwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalwan. As per the 2011 stats, Kalwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalwan
- Where is Kalwan located?
- Kalwan village is situated in Amas Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalwan?
- Kalwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalwan?
- The pincode of Kalwan is 824211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalwan is 2,756, with 1,389 males and 1,367 females.
- How many households are there in Kalwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalwan village has a total of 408 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalwan is 54.50%. The male literacy rate is 63.71%, while the female literacy rate is 45.14%.