Kewa
Kewa is a village located in Janjgir tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from Janjgir, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kewa village. As per 2009 stats, Nawapara is the gram panchayat of Kewa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kewa unique in its vibrant Janjgir-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kewa’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 Kewa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kewa is 436552. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.199 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495668. Naila-janjgir is nearest town to Kewa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kewa 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 Jajgir-champa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kewa
Population of Kewa
According to the 2011 Census, Kewa has a total population of about 474, with approximately 228 males and 246 females. The sex ratio is around 1078 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 78. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.08%, with male literacy at about 69.30% and female literacy near 57.32%. There are around 101 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kewa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 228 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 31 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 158 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 70 | 105 |
Connectivity of Kewa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kewa. As per the 2011 stats, Kewa 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 Kewa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kewa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kewa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kewa
- Where is Kewa located?
- Kewa village is situated in Janjgir Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kewa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kewa is Nawapara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kewa?
- The pincode of Kewa is 495668, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kewa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kewa is 474, with 228 males and 246 females.
- How many households are there in Kewa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kewa village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kewa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kewa is 63.08%. The male literacy rate is 69.30%, while the female literacy rate is 57.32%.