Kewalgaon
Kewalgaon is a village located in Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kewalgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kewalgaon unique in its vibrant Rajgarhi-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kewalgaon’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 Kewalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kewalgaon is 040441. The village spans a total geographical area of 93.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249171. Barkot is nearest town to Kewalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kewalgaon 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 Yamunotri 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 Kewalgaon
Population of Kewalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kewalgaon has a total population of about 149, with approximately 68 males and 81 females. The sex ratio is around 1191 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 13 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 40.27%, with male literacy at about 54.41% and female literacy near 28.40%. There are around 21 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kewalgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 68 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 60 | 37 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 31 | 58 |
Connectivity of Kewalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kewalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kewalgaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kewalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kewalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kewalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kewalgaon
- Where is Kewalgaon located?
- Kewalgaon village is situated in Rajgarhi Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kewalgaon?
- Kewalgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kewalgaon?
- The pincode of Kewalgaon is 249171, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kewalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kewalgaon is 149, with 68 males and 81 females.
- How many households are there in Kewalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kewalgaon village has a total of 21 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kewalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kewalgaon is 40.27%. The male literacy rate is 54.41%, while the female literacy rate is 28.40%.