Kahlwan - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Kahlwan is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Kahlwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kahlwan is 030729. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 144213 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Kahlwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kahlwan
As per Census 2011, Kahlwan village has a total population of 710 people, consisting of 352 males and 358 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 364 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kahlwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 710 | 352 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 364 | 190 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 230 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 122 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Kahlwan
Kahlwan 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 Kahlwan
Public transport in the Kahlwan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kahlwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Kahlwan is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kahlwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kahlwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kahlwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kahlwan 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 Kahlwan
Where is Kahlwan located?
Kahlwan village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kahlwan?
Kahlwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kahlwan?
The pincode of Kahlwan is 144213.
What is the population of Kahlwan?
Kahlwan has a total population of 710, including 352 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Kahlwan?
There are 152 households in Kahlwan.
What is the literacy rate in Kahlwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kahlwan is 64.93%. Male literacy is 65.34% and female literacy is 64.53%.