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.

Kewala 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 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.

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Population of Kewala

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kewala village is around 4,642, including approximately 2,346 males and 2,296 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 830 children aged 0–6 years in Kewala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kewala village has 1,752 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kewala village is about 37.51%, with male literacy at 46.46% and female literacy at 28.35%.
  • There are around 693 households in Kewala village.

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.

Banda Kadarchunan Bardag Amatari Sidhugarha Chengwa Langura Kalan Langura Khurd Matgarha Nawadih Masaundha

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%.