Kwila - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Kwila is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Kvila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kwila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kwila is 042687. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.25 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kwila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kwila
As per Census 2011, Kwila village has a total population of 142 people, consisting of 66 males and 76 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,151 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kwila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 142 | 66 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 7 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kwila
Kwila is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kwila
Kwila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Kwila is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kwila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kwila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kwila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kwila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kwila
Where is Kwila located?
Kwila village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kwila?
The Gram Panchayat of Kwila is Kvila.
What is the pincode of Kwila?
The pincode of Kwila is 246475.
What is the population of Kwila?
Kwila has a total population of 142, including 66 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Kwila?
There are 51 households in Kwila.
What is the literacy rate in Kwila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kwila is 77.46%. Male literacy is 89.39% and female literacy is 67.11%.