Kedarawala
Kedarawala is a village located in Vikasnagar tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Vikasnagar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Kedarawala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kedarawala unique in its vibrant Vikasnagar-Dehradun region. You’ll see Kedarawala’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 Kedarawala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kedarawala is 045015. The village spans a total geographical area of 254.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248197. Vikasnagar is nearest town to Kedarawala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kedarawala 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 Vikasnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kedarawala
Population of Kedarawala
According to the 2011 Census, Kedarawala has a total population of about 2,867, with approximately 1,462 males and 1,405 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 456 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 286. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.28%, with male literacy at about 73.39% and female literacy near 54.80%. There are around 520 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kedarawala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,867 | 1,462 | 1,405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 456 | 221 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 154 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 1,843 | 1,073 | 770 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,024 | 389 | 635 |
Connectivity of Kedarawala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kedarawala. As per the 2011 stats, Kedarawala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kedarawala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kedarawala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kedarawala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kedarawala
- Where is Kedarawala located?
- Kedarawala village is situated in Vikasnagar Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kedarawala?
- Kedarawala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kedarawala?
- The pincode of Kedarawala is 248197, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kedarawala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kedarawala is 2,867, with 1,462 males and 1,405 females.
- How many households are there in Kedarawala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kedarawala village has a total of 520 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kedarawala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kedarawala is 64.28%. The male literacy rate is 73.39%, while the female literacy rate is 54.80%.