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.

Gawal has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 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.

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Population of Gawal

Below is a concise population overview of Gawal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gawal village:

  • The total population of Gawal village is around 159, including approximately 69 males and 90 females, with a sex ratio of 1304 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Gawal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gawal village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gawal village is about 74.84%, with male literacy at 88.41% and female literacy at 64.44%.
  • There are around 40 households in Gawal village.

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)
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.

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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%.