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.
Kehka has its own place in the vibrant Durg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Kehka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kehka village:
- The total population of Kehka village is around 1,204, including approximately 591 males and 613 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 166 children aged 0–6 years in Kehka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kehka village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 267 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kehka village is about 67.11%, with male literacy at 75.97% and female literacy at 58.56%.
- There are around 255 households in Kehka village.
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%.