Kalwa
Kalwa is a village located in Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Thanesar (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Kalwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Kalwa has its own place in the vibrant Kurukshetra 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 Kalwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalwa is 058613. The village spans a total geographical area of 342 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136156. Shabad is nearest town to Kalwa village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, 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 Kalwa
Population of Kalwa
Below is a concise population overview of Kalwa 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 | 976 | 497 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 698 | 365 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 566 | 313 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 184 | 226 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalwa village:
- The total population of Kalwa village is around 976, including approximately 497 males and 479 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 130 children aged 0–6 years in Kalwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kalwa village has 698 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kalwa village is about 57.99%, with male literacy at 62.98% and female literacy at 52.82%.
- There are around 178 households in Kalwa village.
Connectivity of Kalwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalwa. As per the 2011 stats, 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 Kalwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalwa
- Where is Kalwa located?
- Kalwa village is situated in Thanesar Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalwa?
- Kalwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalwa?
- The pincode of Kalwa is 136156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalwa is 976, with 497 males and 479 females.
- How many households are there in Kalwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalwa village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalwa is 57.99%. The male literacy rate is 62.98%, while the female literacy rate is 52.82%.