Kawalgiri
Kawalgiri is a village located in Udaypur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Udaipur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Kawalgiri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kawalgiri unique in its vibrant Udaypur-Surguja region. You’ll see Kawalgiri’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 Kawalgiri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kawalgiri is 433215. The village spans a total geographical area of 467.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Ambikapur is nearest town to Kawalgiri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Kawalgiri
Population of Kawalgiri
According to the 2011 Census, Kawalgiri has a total population of about 1,198, with approximately 622 males and 576 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 86 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 898. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.90%, with male literacy at about 48.71% and female literacy near 30.38%. There are around 257 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kawalgiri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,198 | 622 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 105 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 898 | 466 | 432 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 303 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 319 | 401 |
Connectivity of Kawalgiri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kawalgiri. As per the 2011 stats, Kawalgiri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kawalgiri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kawalgiri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kawalgiri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kawalgiri
- Where is Kawalgiri located?
- Kawalgiri village is situated in Udaypur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kawalgiri?
- Kawalgiri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kawalgiri?
- The pincode of Kawalgiri is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kawalgiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kawalgiri is 1,198, with 622 males and 576 females.
- How many households are there in Kawalgiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kawalgiri village has a total of 257 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kawalgiri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kawalgiri is 39.90%. The male literacy rate is 48.71%, while the female literacy rate is 30.38%.