Karwal
About Karwal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karwal village is 007348. Karwal village is located in Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Brangal. Brangal is the sub-district headquarter of Karwal village. As per 2009 stats, Karwal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 75.47 hectares. Karwal has a total population of 381 peoples, out of which male population is 186 while female population is 195. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1048 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karwal village is 55.38% out of which 61.83% males and 49.23% females are literate. There are about 68 houses in karwal village. Pincode of karwal village locality is 176312.
When it comes to administration, Karwal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karwal village comes under Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to karwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
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Population of Karwal
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 186 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 115 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 71 | 99 |
Connectivity of Karwal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karwal
Where is Karwal located?
Karwal village is situated in Bhalai Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karwal?
Karwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karwal?
The pincode of Karwal is 176312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karwal is 381, with 186 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Karwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karwal village has a total of 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karwal is 55.38%. The male literacy rate is 61.83%, while the female literacy rate is 49.23%.