Bir Kalwa
Bir Kalwa is a village located in Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Thanesar (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Bir Kalwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bir Kalwa unique in its vibrant Thanesar-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see Bir Kalwa’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 Bir Kalwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bir Kalwa is 058614. The village spans a total geographical area of 280 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136156. Shabad is nearest town to Bir Kalwa village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bir Kalwa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ladwa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bir Kalwa
Population of Bir Kalwa
According to the 2011 Census, Bir Kalwa has a total population of about 2,176, with approximately 1,126 males and 1,050 females. The sex ratio is around 932 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 209 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 300 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.28%, with male literacy at about 79.13% and female literacy near 62.86%. There are around 384 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bir Kalwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,176 | 1,126 | 1,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 119 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 159 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,551 | 891 | 660 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 235 | 390 |
Connectivity of Bir Kalwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bir Kalwa. As per the 2011 stats, Bir Kalwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bir Kalwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Bir Kalwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bir Kalwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bir Kalwa
- Where is Bir Kalwa located?
- Bir Kalwa village is situated in Thanesar Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bir Kalwa?
- Bir Kalwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bir Kalwa?
- The pincode of Bir Kalwa is 136156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bir Kalwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bir Kalwa is 2,176, with 1,126 males and 1,050 females.
- How many households are there in Bir Kalwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bir Kalwa village has a total of 384 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bir Kalwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bir Kalwa is 71.28%. The male literacy rate is 79.13%, while the female literacy rate is 62.86%.