Kewala
Kewala is a village located in Mohanpur subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mohanpur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Kewala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kewala unique in its vibrant Mohanpur-Gaya region. You’ll see Kewala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kewala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kewala is 257267. The village spans a total geographical area of 2369 hectares. Bodhgaya is nearest town to Kewala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Kewala
Population of Kewala
According to the 2011 Census, Kewala has a total population of about 4,642, with approximately 2,346 males and 2,296 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 830 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,752 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.51%, with male literacy at about 46.46% and female literacy near 28.35%. There are around 693 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kewala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,642 | 2,346 | 2,296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 830 | 417 | 413 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,752 | 877 | 875 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,741 | 1,090 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,901 | 1,256 | 1,645 |
Connectivity of Kewala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kewala. As per the 2011 stats, Kewala 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 Kewala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kewala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kewala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kewala
- Where is Kewala located?
- Kewala village is situated in Mohanpur Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kewala?
- Kewala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kewala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kewala is 4,642, with 2,346 males and 2,296 females.
- How many households are there in Kewala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kewala village has a total of 693 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kewala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kewala is 37.51%. The male literacy rate is 46.46%, while the female literacy rate is 28.35%.