Kwal Gaon
Kwal Gaon is a village located in Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kwal Gaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kwal Gaon unique in its vibrant Rajgarhi-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kwal 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 Kwal Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kwal Gaon is 040319. The village spans a total geographical area of 55.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249191. Barkot is nearest town to Kwal Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Kwal Gaon
Population of Kwal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kwal Gaon has a total population of about 248, with approximately 126 males and 122 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 28 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 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 70.16%, with male literacy at about 73.81% and female literacy near 66.39%. There are around 53 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kwal Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 248 | 126 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 23 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 33 | 41 |
Connectivity of Kwal Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kwal Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kwal Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kwal Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kwal Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kwal Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kwal Gaon
- Where is Kwal Gaon located?
- Kwal Gaon village is situated in Rajgarhi Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kwal Gaon?
- Kwal Gaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kwal Gaon?
- The pincode of Kwal Gaon is 249191, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kwal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kwal Gaon is 248, with 126 males and 122 females.
- How many households are there in Kwal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kwal Gaon village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kwal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kwal Gaon is 70.16%. The male literacy rate is 73.81%, while the female literacy rate is 66.39%.