Koewal - Nalagarh, Solan
Koewal is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Barian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koewal is 021013. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Koewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koewal
According to the 2011 Census, Koewal village had a total population of 77 people, including 37 males and 40 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.14%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 47.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 7 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Koewal
Koewal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Koewal
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Koewal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Koewal is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Koewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Koewal
Where is Koewal located?
Koewal village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Koewal is Barian.
What is the pincode of Koewal?
The pincode of Koewal is 174101.
What is the population of Koewal?
Koewal had a total population of 77, including 37 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Koewal?
Koewal had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koewal was 67.14%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 47.22%.