Kewatia - Nawanagar, Buxar
Kewatia is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Babu Ganj English serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kewatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kewatia is 248866. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kewatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kewatia
According to the 2011 Census, Kewatia village had a total population of 517 people, including 275 males and 242 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.45%, with male literacy at 84.96% and female literacy at 53.81%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 275 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 192 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 83 | 136 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Domraon to Kewatia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Kewatia is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 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) | 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 Kewatia
Where is Kewatia located?
Kewatia village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kewatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kewatia is Babu Ganj English.
What is the pincode of Kewatia?
The pincode of Kewatia is 802129.
What is the population of Kewatia?
Kewatia had a total population of 517, including 275 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Kewatia?
Kewatia had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kewatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kewatia was 70.45%. Male literacy was 84.96% and female literacy was 53.81%.