Kahal

Kahal is a village located in Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kakatpur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Kakatpur is the gram panchayat of Kahal village.

Kahal has its own place in the vibrant Puri 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 Kahal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kahal is 409147. The village spans a total geographical area of 735 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752108. Nimapada is nearest town to Kahal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Kahal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,010 520 490
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 90 49 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 233 112 121
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 759 418 341
Illiterate Population 251 102 149

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

  • The total population of Kahal village is around 1,010, including approximately 520 males and 490 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Kahal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kahal village has 233 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kahal village is about 75.15%, with male literacy at 80.38% and female literacy at 69.59%.
  • There are around 285 households in Kahal village.

Connectivity of Kahal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kahal. As per the 2011 stats, Kahal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kahal

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

Sriramapur Samia Katakana Itapada Mulagarh Badaolangar Ratagarh Jiunti Kendrapati Jiola Bajapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kahal

Where is Kahal located?
Kahal village is situated in Kakatpur Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kahal is Kakatpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kahal?
The pincode of Kahal is 752108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kahal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kahal is 1,010, with 520 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Kahal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kahal village has a total of 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kahal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kahal is 75.15%. The male literacy rate is 80.38%, while the female literacy rate is 69.59%.