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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kendua
As per Census 2011, Kendua village has a total population of 2,058 people, consisting of 1,069 males and 989 females. The village has 348 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,093 literate and 965 illiterate residents. Additionally, 793 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kendua are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,058, including 1,069 males and 989 females.
How many households are there in Kendua?
There are 348 households in Kendua.
What is the literacy rate in Kendua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kendua is 53.11%. Male literacy is 64.64% and female literacy is 40.65%.