Kwilakh
Kwilakh is a village located in Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Gairsain (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Koylakh is the gram panchayat of Kwilakh village.
Here you can discover what makes Kwilakh unique in its vibrant Gairsain-Chamoli region. You’ll see Kwilakh’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 Kwilakh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kwilakh is 041957. The village spans a total geographical area of 142.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246488. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Kwilakh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 63km away.
Google Map of Kwilakh
Population of Kwilakh
According to the 2011 Census, Kwilakh has a total population of about 168, with approximately 79 males and 89 females. The sex ratio is around 1126 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.40%, with male literacy at about 77.22% and female literacy near 71.91%. There are around 36 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kwilakh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 79 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 18 | 25 |
Connectivity of Kwilakh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kwilakh. As per the 2011 stats, Kwilakh 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 Kwilakh
Knowing the nearby villages of Kwilakh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kwilakh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kwilakh
- Where is Kwilakh located?
- Kwilakh village is situated in Gairsain Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kwilakh?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kwilakh is Koylakh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kwilakh?
- The pincode of Kwilakh is 246488, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kwilakh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kwilakh is 168, with 79 males and 89 females.
- How many households are there in Kwilakh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kwilakh village has a total of 36 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kwilakh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kwilakh is 74.40%. The male literacy rate is 77.22%, while the female literacy rate is 71.91%.