Kewal

Kewal is a village located in Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bodh Gaya (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Kanhaul is the gram panchayat of Kewal village.

Kewal has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kewal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kewal is 256601. The village spans a total geographical area of 30 hectares. Bodh Gaya is nearest town to Kewal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Kewal

Below is a concise population overview of Kewal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 96 53 43
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 8 8 N/A
Scheduled Castes (SC) 94 52 42
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 29 18 11
Illiterate Population 67 35 32

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kewal village:

  • The total population of Kewal village is around 96, including approximately 53 males and 43 females, with a sex ratio of 811 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 8 children aged 0–6 years in Kewal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kewal village has 94 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kewal village is about 30.21%, with male literacy at 33.96% and female literacy at 25.58%.
  • There are around 16 households in Kewal village.

Connectivity of Kewal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kewal. As per the 2011 stats, Kewal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kewal

Knowing the nearby villages of Kewal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kewal.

Budhaul Tetuia Harli Kalan Gortorwa Saidpur Chhanchh Moratal Jodhpur Motiya Chak Banarsi Bigha Mankosi

Frequently Asked Questions about Kewal

Where is Kewal located?
Kewal village is situated in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kewal is Kanhaul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kewal is 96, with 53 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Kewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kewal village has a total of 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kewal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kewal is 30.21%. The male literacy rate is 33.96%, while the female literacy rate is 25.58%.