Kehka
Kehka is a village located in Saja tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Saja (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Kehka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kehka unique in its vibrant Saja-Durg region. You’ll see Kehka’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 Kehka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kehka is 442097. The village spans a total geographical area of 573.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491993. Saja is nearest town to Kehka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Kehka
Population of Kehka
According to the 2011 Census, Kehka has a total population of about 1,204, with approximately 591 males and 613 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 72 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 267. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.11%, with male literacy at about 75.97% and female literacy near 58.56%. There are around 255 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kehka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,204 | 591 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 84 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 121 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 808 | 449 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 142 | 254 |
Connectivity of Kehka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kehka. As per the 2011 stats, Kehka 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 Kehka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kehka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kehka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kehka
- Where is Kehka located?
- Kehka village is situated in Saja Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kehka?
- Kehka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kehka?
- The pincode of Kehka is 491993, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kehka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kehka is 1,204, with 591 males and 613 females.
- How many households are there in Kehka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kehka village has a total of 255 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kehka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kehka is 67.11%. The male literacy rate is 75.97%, while the female literacy rate is 58.56%.