Kahlwan
Kahlwan is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Kahlwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kahlwan unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Kahlwan’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 Kahlwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kahlwan is 028621. The village spans a total geographical area of 442 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143516. Qadian is nearest town to Kahlwan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kahlwan
Population of Kahlwan
According to the 2011 Census, Kahlwan has a total population of about 3,326, with approximately 1,746 males and 1,580 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 390 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 544 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 57.22%, with male literacy at about 61.23% and female literacy near 52.78%. There are around 583 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kahlwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,326 | 1,746 | 1,580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 201 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 544 | 268 | 276 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,903 | 1,069 | 834 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,423 | 677 | 746 |
Connectivity of Kahlwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kahlwan. As per the 2011 stats, Kahlwan 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kahlwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kahlwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kahlwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kahlwan
- Where is Kahlwan located?
- Kahlwan village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kahlwan?
- Kahlwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kahlwan?
- The pincode of Kahlwan is 143516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kahlwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kahlwan is 3,326, with 1,746 males and 1,580 females.
- How many households are there in Kahlwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kahlwan village has a total of 583 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kahlwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kahlwan is 57.22%. The male literacy rate is 61.23%, while the female literacy rate is 52.78%.