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.
Kalwan has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Kalwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalwan village:
- The total population of Kalwan village is around 2,756, including approximately 1,389 males and 1,367 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 520 children aged 0–6 years in Kalwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalwan village has 673 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kalwan village is about 54.50%, with male literacy at 63.71% and female literacy at 45.14%.
- There are around 408 households in Kalwan village.
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%.