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.
Kewa has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kewa 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kewa village:
- The total population of Kewa village is around 474, including approximately 228 males and 246 females, with a sex ratio of 1078 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Kewa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kewa village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 78 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kewa village is about 63.08%, with male literacy at 69.30% and female literacy at 57.32%.
- There are around 101 households in Kewa village.
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%.