Kechua
Kechua is a village located in Karakat subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Karakat (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Sonbarsa is the gram panchayat of Kechua village.
Here you can discover what makes Kechua unique in its vibrant Karakat-Rohtas region. You’ll see Kechua’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 Kechua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kechua is 251330. The village spans a total geographical area of 82 hectares. Bikramganj is nearest town to Kechua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kechua
Population of Kechua
According to the 2011 Census, Kechua has a total population of about 1,527, with approximately 781 males and 746 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 303 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 408 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 65.95%, with male literacy at about 69.14% and female literacy near 62.60%. There are around 252 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kechua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,527 | 781 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 159 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 408 | 209 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,007 | 540 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 241 | 279 |
Connectivity of Kechua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kechua. As per the 2011 stats, Kechua 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kechua
Knowing the nearby villages of Kechua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kechua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kechua
- Where is Kechua located?
- Kechua village is situated in Karakat Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kechua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kechua is Sonbarsa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kechua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kechua is 1,527, with 781 males and 746 females.
- How many households are there in Kechua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kechua village has a total of 252 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kechua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kechua is 65.95%. The male literacy rate is 69.14%, while the female literacy rate is 62.60%.