Kendua - Sirdala, Nawada
Kendua is a village situated in the Sirdala subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirdala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Upardih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kendua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kendua is 258274. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 805114 pincode. Hisua is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kendua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kendua
According to the 2011 Census, Kendua village had a total population of 2,058 people, including 1,069 males and 989 females, living in 348 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.83%, with male literacy at 77.82% and female literacy at 50.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 793.
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 | 2,058 | 1,069 | 989 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 181 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 793 | 405 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,093 | 691 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 965 | 378 | 587 |
Nearby Villages of Kendua
Kendua 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 Kendua
Kendua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hisua to Kendua is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nawada to Kendua is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kendua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kendua 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 Kendua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kendua 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 Kendua
Where is Kendua located?
Kendua village is located in Sirdala Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kendua?
The Gram Panchayat of Kendua is Upardih.
What is the pincode of Kendua?
The pincode of Kendua is 805114.
What is the population of Kendua?
Kendua had a total population of 2,058, including 1,069 males and 989 females.
How many households are there in Kendua?
Kendua had 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kendua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kendua was 64.83%. Male literacy was 77.82% and female literacy was 50.38%.