Kewatsa - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Kewatsa is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Katassa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kewatsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kewatsa is 226803. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 847107 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kewatsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jale Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kewatsa
As per Census 2011, Kewatsa village has a total population of 3,339 people, consisting of 1,731 males and 1,608 females. The village has 676 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 612 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,258 literate and 2,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 927 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kewatsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,339 | 1,731 | 1,608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 612 | 325 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 927 | 468 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,258 | 789 | 469 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,081 | 942 | 1,139 |
Nearby Villages of Kewatsa
Kewatsa 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 Kewatsa
Kewatsa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Kewatsa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kewatsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kewatsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kewatsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kewatsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kewatsa
Where is Kewatsa located?
Kewatsa village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kewatsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kewatsa is Katassa.
What is the pincode of Kewatsa?
The pincode of Kewatsa is 847107.
What is the population of Kewatsa?
Kewatsa has a total population of 3,339, including 1,731 males and 1,608 females.
How many households are there in Kewatsa?
There are 676 households in Kewatsa.
What is the literacy rate in Kewatsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kewatsa is 37.68%. Male literacy is 45.58% and female literacy is 29.17%.