Kaluwala - Doiwala, Dehradun
Kaluwala is a village situated in the Doiwala tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Rishikesh and around 25 km from Dehradun. Kaluwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaluwala is 045326. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.22 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kaluwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doiwala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaluwala
As per Census 2011, Kaluwala village has a total population of 976 people, consisting of 486 males and 490 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 750 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaluwala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 976 | 486 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 750 | 407 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 79 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Kaluwala
Kaluwala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badowala | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Baruwala Grant | South | 2.57 km |
| Baksar Wala | South | 2.85 km |
| Paw Wala Soda | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Bhopalpani Grant | North | 3.39 km |
| Barasi Grant | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Lachhi Wala | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Kanhar Wala | South | 3.61 km |
| Nakraunda | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Jauligrant | South-East | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaluwala
Kaluwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rishikesh to Kaluwala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Kaluwala is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaluwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaluwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kaluwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaluwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaluwala
Where is Kaluwala located?
Kaluwala village is located in Doiwala Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaluwala?
Kaluwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaluwala?
The pincode of Kaluwala is 248001.
What is the population of Kaluwala?
Kaluwala has a total population of 976, including 486 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Kaluwala?
There are 189 households in Kaluwala.
What is the literacy rate in Kaluwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaluwala is 76.84%. Male literacy is 83.74% and female literacy is 70.00%.