Kunwa
Kunwa is a village located in Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Takhatpur (tehsildar office) and 27km 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 Takhatpur-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 438602. The village spans a total geographical area of 594.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495330. Takhatpur is nearest town to Kunwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km 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 Takhatpur 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 1,919, with approximately 1,019 males and 900 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 331 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 505 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 28. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.81%, with male literacy at about 70.85% and female literacy near 49.44%. There are around 469 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 | 1,919 | 1,019 | 900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 182 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 505 | 272 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,167 | 722 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 297 | 455 |
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 <5 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 Takhatpur 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 495330, 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 1,919, with 1,019 males and 900 females.
- How many households are there in Kunwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunwa village has a total of 469 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunwa is 60.81%. The male literacy rate is 70.85%, while the female literacy rate is 49.44%.