Kunwa
Kunwa is a village located in Bilha tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Bilha (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Kunwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kunwa unique in its vibrant Bilha-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Kunwa’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 Kunwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunwa is 439022. The village spans a total geographical area of 723.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495224. Bilaspur is nearest town to Kunwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kunwa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kunwa
Population of Kunwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kunwa has a total population of about 1,468, with approximately 728 males and 740 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 256 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 843 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 317. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.73%, with male literacy at about 60.30% and female literacy near 39.32%. There are around 311 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kunwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,468 | 728 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 120 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 843 | 421 | 422 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 153 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 730 | 439 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 738 | 289 | 449 |
Connectivity of Kunwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kunwa 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kunwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunwa
- Where is Kunwa located?
- Kunwa village is situated in Bilha Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunwa?
- Kunwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kunwa?
- The pincode of Kunwa is 495224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunwa is 1,468, with 728 males and 740 females.
- How many households are there in Kunwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunwa village has a total of 311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunwa is 49.73%. The male literacy rate is 60.30%, while the female literacy rate is 39.32%.