Kat Kenwa - Ramgarhwa, Purbi Champaran
Kat Kenwa is a village situated in the Ramgarhwa subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from Ramgarhwa and around 42 km from Motihari. Bela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kat Kenwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kat Kenwa is 217594. The village covers a total geographical area of 308 hectares and falls under the 845433 pincode. Raxaul is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kat Kenwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kat Kenwa
As per Census 2011, Kat Kenwa village has a total population of 3,369 people, consisting of 1,793 males and 1,576 females. The village has 678 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 815 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,003 literate and 2,366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 327 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kat Kenwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,369 | 1,793 | 1,576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 815 | 409 | 406 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 92 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 176 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 708 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,366 | 1,085 | 1,281 |
Nearby Villages of Kat Kenwa
Kat Kenwa 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 Kat Kenwa
Kat Kenwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kat Kenwa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raxaul to Kat Kenwa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Kat Kenwa is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kat Kenwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kat Kenwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kat Kenwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kat Kenwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kat Kenwa
Where is Kat Kenwa located?
Kat Kenwa village is located in Ramgarhwa Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kat Kenwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kat Kenwa is Bela.
What is the pincode of Kat Kenwa?
The pincode of Kat Kenwa is 845433.
What is the population of Kat Kenwa?
Kat Kenwa has a total population of 3,369, including 1,793 males and 1,576 females.
How many households are there in Kat Kenwa?
There are 678 households in Kat Kenwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kat Kenwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kat Kenwa is 29.77%. Male literacy is 39.49% and female literacy is 18.72%.