Kuwagaon
Kuwagaon is a village located in Dondi Luhara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Dondiluhara (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Kuwagaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kuwagaon unique in its vibrant Dondi Luhara-Durg region. You’ll see Kuwagaon’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 Kuwagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuwagaon is 442961. The village spans a total geographical area of 322.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491661. Dondiluhara is nearest town to Kuwagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kuwagaon 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 Gunderdehi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kuwagaon
Population of Kuwagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kuwagaon has a total population of about 955, with approximately 474 males and 481 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 699. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.68%, with male literacy at about 79.75% and female literacy near 61.75%. There are around 186 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuwagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 955 | 474 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 699 | 344 | 355 |
| Literate Population | 675 | 378 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 96 | 184 |
Connectivity of Kuwagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuwagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kuwagaon 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuwagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuwagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuwagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuwagaon
- Where is Kuwagaon located?
- Kuwagaon village is situated in Dondi Luhara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuwagaon?
- Kuwagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kuwagaon?
- The pincode of Kuwagaon is 491661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuwagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuwagaon is 955, with 474 males and 481 females.
- How many households are there in Kuwagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuwagaon village has a total of 186 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuwagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuwagaon is 70.68%. The male literacy rate is 79.75%, while the female literacy rate is 61.75%.