Chhotka Kewla - Dumaria, Gaya
Chhotka Kewla is a village situated in the Dumaria subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumaria and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Bhangia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhotka Kewla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhotka Kewla is 256185. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 824221 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Chhotka Kewla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhotka Kewla
According to the 2011 Census, Chhotka Kewla village had a total population of 839 people, including 447 males and 392 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.20%, with male literacy at 74.43% and female literacy at 48.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 839 | 447 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 95 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 262 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 185 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Chhotka Kewla
Chhotka Kewla 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 Chhotka Kewla
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chhotka Kewla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sherghati to Chhotka Kewla is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Chhotka Kewla is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhotka Kewla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhotka Kewla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhotka Kewla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhotka Kewla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhotka Kewla
Where is Chhotka Kewla located?
Chhotka Kewla village is located in Dumaria Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhotka Kewla?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhotka Kewla is Bhangia.
What is the pincode of Chhotka Kewla?
The pincode of Chhotka Kewla is 824221.
What is the population of Chhotka Kewla?
Chhotka Kewla had a total population of 839, including 447 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Chhotka Kewla?
Chhotka Kewla had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhotka Kewla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhotka Kewla was 62.20%. Male literacy was 74.43% and female literacy was 48.40%.