Kalwas - Taranagar, Churu
Kalwas is a village situated in the Taranagar tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taranagar and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Kalwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalwas is 069950. The village covers a total geographical area of 1746.25 hectares and falls under the 331304 pincode. Bhadra is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kalwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalwas
As per Census 2011, Kalwas village has a total population of 2,884 people, consisting of 1,537 males and 1,347 females. The village has 528 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,815 literate and 1,069 illiterate residents. Additionally, 864 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,884 | 1,537 | 1,347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 198 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 864 | 466 | 398 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,815 | 1,096 | 719 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 441 | 628 |
Nearby Villages of Kalwas
Kalwas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundariya Chhota | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Rampura | West | 3.91 km |
| Ghotra Khalsa | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Mehliya | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Loodniya Chhota | South | 4.58 km |
| Malsisar | North | 4.81 km |
| Loodniya | South | 4.87 km |
| Dheerwas Chhota | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Mundariya Bara | East | 4.88 km |
| Doongarsinghpura | South-East | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalwas
Kalwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anupshahr, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadra to Kalwas is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Kalwas is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kalwas
Where is Kalwas located?
Kalwas village is located in Taranagar Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalwas?
Kalwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalwas?
The pincode of Kalwas is 331304.
What is the population of Kalwas?
Kalwas has a total population of 2,884, including 1,537 males and 1,347 females.
How many households are there in Kalwas?
There are 528 households in Kalwas.
What is the literacy rate in Kalwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalwas is 62.93%. Male literacy is 71.31% and female literacy is 53.38%.