Kewatia - Piro, Bhojpur
Kewatia is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Amehta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kewatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kewatia is 247337. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 802202 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kewatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kewatia
As per Census 2011, Kewatia village has a total population of 1,145 people, consisting of 585 males and 560 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 672 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 302 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kewatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,145 | 585 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 87 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 157 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 411 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 174 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Kewatia
Kewatia 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 Kewatia
Kewatia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Kewatia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Kewatia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kewatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kewatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kewatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kewatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kewatia
Where is Kewatia located?
Kewatia village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kewatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kewatia is Amehta.
What is the pincode of Kewatia?
The pincode of Kewatia is 802202.
What is the population of Kewatia?
Kewatia has a total population of 1,145, including 585 males and 560 females.
How many households are there in Kewatia?
There are 189 households in Kewatia.
What is the literacy rate in Kewatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kewatia is 58.69%. Male literacy is 70.26% and female literacy is 46.61%.