Kehunia
Kehunia is a village located in Pranpur subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Pranpur (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Kehunia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kehunia unique in its vibrant Pranpur-Katihar region. You’ll see Kehunia’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 Kehunia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kehunia is 225411. The village spans a total geographical area of 696.11 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Kehunia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Kehunia
Population of Kehunia
According to the 2011 Census, Kehunia has a total population of about 6,197, with approximately 3,185 males and 3,012 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 376 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 585. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.88%, with male literacy at about 50.42% and female literacy near 36.95%. There are around 1,329 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kehunia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,197 | 3,185 | 3,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,158 | 599 | 559 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 195 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 585 | 286 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 2,719 | 1,606 | 1,113 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,478 | 1,579 | 1,899 |
Connectivity of Kehunia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kehunia. As per the 2011 stats, Kehunia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kehunia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kehunia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kehunia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kehunia
- Where is Kehunia located?
- Kehunia village is situated in Pranpur Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kehunia?
- Kehunia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kehunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kehunia is 6,197, with 3,185 males and 3,012 females.
- How many households are there in Kehunia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kehunia village has a total of 1,329 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kehunia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kehunia is 43.88%. The male literacy rate is 50.42%, while the female literacy rate is 36.95%.