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.
Here you can discover what makes Alwa unique in its vibrant Darbha-Bastar region. You’ll see Alwa’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 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.
Google Map of Alwa
Population of Alwa
According to the 2011 Census, Alwa has a total population of about 1,399, with approximately 647 males and 752 females. The sex ratio is around 1162 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 280 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,371. The overall literacy rate is approximately 23.95%, with male literacy at about 27.05% and female literacy near 21.28%. There are around 317 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.