Gwalra
Gwalra is a village located in Koil tehsil of Aligarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Koil (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Aligarh. As per 2009 stats, Gualra is the gram panchayat of Gwalra village.
Here you can discover what makes Gwalra unique in its vibrant Koil-Aligarh region. You’ll see Gwalra’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 Gwalra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gwalra is 122526. The village spans a total geographical area of 160.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 202125. Harduaganj is nearest town to Gwalra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gwalra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barauli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Aligarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gwalra
Population of Gwalra
According to the 2011 Census, Gwalra has a total population of about 1,491, with approximately 784 males and 707 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 228 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 307 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 63.85%, with male literacy at about 72.96% and female literacy near 53.75%. There are around 248 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gwalra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,491 | 784 | 707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 120 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 168 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 952 | 572 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 212 | 327 |
Connectivity of Gwalra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gwalra. As per the 2011 stats, Gwalra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gwalra
Knowing the nearby villages of Gwalra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gwalra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gwalra
- Where is Gwalra located?
- Gwalra village is situated in Koil Tehsil, within the Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gwalra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gwalra is Gualra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gwalra?
- The pincode of Gwalra is 202125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gwalra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gwalra is 1,491, with 784 males and 707 females.
- How many households are there in Gwalra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gwalra village has a total of 248 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gwalra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gwalra is 63.85%. The male literacy rate is 72.96%, while the female literacy rate is 53.75%.