Bagwal

Bagwal is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Bagwal village. As per 2009 stats, Bharmar is the gram panchayat of Bagwal village.

Here you can discover what makes Bagwal unique in its vibrant Jawali-Kangra region. You’ll see Bagwal’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 Bagwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bagwal is 009081. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176021. Nurpur is nearest town to Bagwal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bagwal 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 Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bagwal

According to the 2011 Census, Bagwal has a total population of about 823, with approximately 397 males and 426 females. The sex ratio is around 1073 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 106 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 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 78.25%, with male literacy at about 80.60% and female literacy near 76.06%. There are around 166 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bagwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 823 397 426
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 106 60 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) 18 8 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 644 320 324
Illiterate Population 179 77 102

Connectivity of Bagwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bagwal. As per the 2011 stats, Bagwal 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bagwal

Knowing the nearby villages of Bagwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bagwal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bagwal

Where is Bagwal located?
Bagwal village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagwal is Bharmar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bagwal?
The pincode of Bagwal is 176021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bagwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bagwal is 823, with 397 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Bagwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bagwal village has a total of 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bagwal is 78.25%. The male literacy rate is 80.60%, while the female literacy rate is 76.06%.