Kilwan Gaon
Kilwan Gaon is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Kansyur is the gram panchayat of Kilwan Gaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Kilwan Gaon unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Kilwan Gaon’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 Kilwan Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kilwan Gaon is 043796. The village spans a total geographical area of 38.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249145. Chamba is nearest town to Kilwan Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kilwan Gaon 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 Dhanolti 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 Kilwan Gaon
Population of Kilwan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kilwan Gaon has a total population of about 156, with approximately 70 males and 86 females. The sex ratio is around 1228 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 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 67.95%, with male literacy at about 88.57% and female literacy near 51.16%. There are around 34 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kilwan Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 70 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 106 | 62 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 8 | 42 |
Connectivity of Kilwan Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kilwan Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kilwan Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kilwan Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kilwan Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kilwan Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kilwan Gaon
- Where is Kilwan Gaon located?
- Kilwan Gaon village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kilwan Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kilwan Gaon is Kansyur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kilwan Gaon?
- The pincode of Kilwan Gaon is 249145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kilwan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kilwan Gaon is 156, with 70 males and 86 females.
- How many households are there in Kilwan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kilwan Gaon village has a total of 34 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kilwan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kilwan Gaon is 67.95%. The male literacy rate is 88.57%, while the female literacy rate is 51.16%.