Gadwal
About Gadwal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gadwal village is 008411. Gadwal village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 95km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Gadwal village. As per 2009 stats, Mangwal is the gram panchayat of Gadwal village.
The total geographical area of village is 82.54 hectares. Gadwal has a total population of 176 peoples, out of which male population is 96 while female population is 80. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 833 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gadwal village is 82.39% out of which 85.42% males and 78.75% females are literate. There are about 37 houses in gadwal village. Pincode of gadwal village locality is 176204.
When it comes to administration, Gadwal 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, Gadwal village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Pathankot is nearest town to gadwal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gadwal
The population details of Gadwal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 96 | 80 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 145 | 82 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Connectivity of Gadwal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gadwal
Where is Gadwal located?
Gadwal village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadwal is Mangwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gadwal?
The pincode of Gadwal is 176204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gadwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gadwal is 176, with 96 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Gadwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gadwal village has a total of 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gadwal is 82.39%. The male literacy rate is 85.42%, while the female literacy rate is 78.75%.