Kewatgawan - Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi, Darbhanga
Kewatgawan is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Kewatgama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kewatgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kewatgawan is 227928. The village covers a total geographical area of 669 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kewatgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kewatgawan
As per Census 2011, Kewatgawan village has a total population of 12,013 people, consisting of 6,339 males and 5,674 females. The village has 2,429 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,835 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,162 literate and 7,851 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,428 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kewatgawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,013 | 6,339 | 5,674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,835 | 1,434 | 1,401 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,428 | 750 | 678 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,162 | 2,905 | 1,257 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,851 | 3,434 | 4,417 |
Nearby Villages of Kewatgawan
Kewatgawan 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 Kewatgawan
Kewatgawan 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Kewatgawan is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Kewatgawan is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kewatgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kewatgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kewatgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kewatgawan 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 Kewatgawan
Where is Kewatgawan located?
Kewatgawan village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Purbi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kewatgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kewatgawan is Kewatgama.
What is the pincode of Kewatgawan?
The pincode of Kewatgawan is 847203.
What is the population of Kewatgawan?
Kewatgawan has a total population of 12,013, including 6,339 males and 5,674 females.
How many households are there in Kewatgawan?
There are 2,429 households in Kewatgawan.
What is the literacy rate in Kewatgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kewatgawan is 34.65%. Male literacy is 45.83% and female literacy is 22.15%.