Kewai
Kewai is a village located in Nagar Nausa subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Nagar Nausa (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Rampur is the gram panchayat of Kewai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kewai unique in its vibrant Nagar Nausa-Nalanda region. You’ll see Kewai’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 Kewai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kewai is 244183. The village spans a total geographical area of 78 hectares. Hilsa is nearest town to Kewai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kewai
Population of Kewai
According to the 2011 Census, Kewai has a total population of about 1,066, with approximately 564 males and 502 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 214 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 170 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.00%, with male literacy at about 64.01% and female literacy near 40.64%. There are around 186 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kewai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,066 | 564 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 108 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 93 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 565 | 361 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 203 | 298 |
Connectivity of Kewai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kewai. As per the 2011 stats, Kewai 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 Kewai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kewai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kewai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kewai
- Where is Kewai located?
- Kewai village is situated in Nagar Nausa Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kewai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kewai is Rampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kewai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kewai is 1,066, with 564 males and 502 females.
- How many households are there in Kewai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kewai village has a total of 186 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kewai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kewai is 53.00%. The male literacy rate is 64.01%, while the female literacy rate is 40.64%.