Kalwal
Kalwal is a village located in Samba tehsil of Samba district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from Samba, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kalwal village. As per 2009 stats, Debez Shahzada is the gram panchayat of Kalwal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalwal unique in its vibrant Samba region. You’ll see Kalwal’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 Kalwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalwal is 006628. The village spans a total geographical area of 125 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184145. Samba is nearest town to Kalwal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kalwal
Population of Kalwal
According to the 2011 Census, Kalwal has a total population of about 531, with approximately 287 males and 244 females. The sex ratio is around 850 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 137 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.43%, with male literacy at about 73.87% and female literacy near 66.39%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 287 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 45 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 72 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 212 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 75 | 82 |
Connectivity of Kalwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalwal. As per the 2011 stats, Kalwal 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalwal
- Where is Kalwal located?
- Kalwal village is situated in Samba Tehsil, within the Samba district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalwal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalwal is Debez Shahzada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalwal?
- The pincode of Kalwal is 184145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalwal is 531, with 287 males and 244 females.
- How many households are there in Kalwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalwal village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalwal is 70.43%. The male literacy rate is 73.87%, while the female literacy rate is 66.39%.