Alwa

Alwa is a village located in Darbha tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Darbha (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Alwa village is also a gram panchayat.

Alwa has its own place in the vibrant Bastar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Alwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alwa is 449592. The village spans a total geographical area of 1471.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494442. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Alwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Alwa

Below is a concise population overview of Alwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,399 647 752
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 280 123 157
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,371 633 738
Literate Population 335 175 160
Illiterate Population 1,064 472 592

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Alwa village:

  • The total population of Alwa village is around 1,399, including approximately 647 males and 752 females, with a sex ratio of 1162 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 280 children aged 0–6 years in Alwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Alwa village has 1,371 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Alwa village is about 23.95%, with male literacy at 27.05% and female literacy at 21.28%.
  • There are around 317 households in Alwa village.

Connectivity of Alwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alwa. As per the 2011 stats, Alwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Alwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Alwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alwa.

Mamdpal Gumadpal Munga Katenar Musaguda Dhodhrepal Badekadma Chitapur Mader Konta Chidpal Chhotekadma

Frequently Asked Questions about Alwa

Where is Alwa located?
Alwa village is situated in Darbha Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alwa?
Alwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Alwa?
The pincode of Alwa is 494442, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Alwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alwa is 1,399, with 647 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Alwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Alwa village has a total of 317 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alwa is 23.95%. The male literacy rate is 27.05%, while the female literacy rate is 21.28%.