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.
Here you can discover what makes Kalwa unique in its vibrant Thanesar-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see 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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kalwa has a total population of about 976, with approximately 497 males and 479 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 698 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 57.99%, with male literacy at about 62.98% and female literacy near 52.82%. There are around 178 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.