Gawal
Gawal is a village located in Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Baijnath. Baijnath is the sub-district headquarter of Gawal village. As per 2009 stats, Chobin is the gram panchayat of Gawal village.
Here you can discover what makes Gawal unique in its vibrant Baijnath-Kangra region. You’ll see Gawal’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 Gawal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawal is 012005. The village spans a total geographical area of 34.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176128. Palampur is nearest town to Gawal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gawal
Population of Gawal
According to the 2011 Census, Gawal has a total population of about 159, with approximately 69 males and 90 females. The sex ratio is around 1304 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 15 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 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 74.84%, with male literacy at about 88.41% and female literacy near 64.44%. There are around 40 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 159 | 69 | 90 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 119 | 61 | 58 |
Illiterate Population | 40 | 8 | 32 |
Connectivity of Gawal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawal. As per the 2011 stats, Gawal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawal
- Where is Gawal located?
- Gawal village is situated in Baijnath Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gawal is Chobin (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gawal?
- The pincode of Gawal is 176128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawal is 159, with 69 males and 90 females.
- How many households are there in Gawal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawal village has a total of 40 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawal is 74.84%. The male literacy rate is 88.41%, while the female literacy rate is 64.44%.