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.
Here you can discover what makes Kahal unique in its vibrant Kakatpur-Puri region. You’ll see Kahal’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 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.
Google Map of Kahal
Population of Kahal
According to the 2011 Census, Kahal has a total population of about 1,010, with approximately 520 males and 490 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 233 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 75.15%, with male literacy at about 80.38% and female literacy near 69.59%. There are around 285 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kahal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.