Kerwa
Kerwa is a village located in Korba tehsil of Korba district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from Korba, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kerwa village. As per 2009 stats, Kerwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Kerwa has its own place in the vibrant Korba 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 Kerwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerwa is 436368. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491888. Korba is nearest town to Kerwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Kerwa
Population of Kerwa
Below is a concise population overview of Kerwa 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 | 746 | 372 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 71 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 666 | 334 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 185 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 187 | 274 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerwa village:
- The total population of Kerwa village is around 746, including approximately 372 males and 374 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Kerwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kerwa village has 67 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 666 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kerwa village is about 38.20%, with male literacy at 49.73% and female literacy at 26.74%.
- There are around 175 households in Kerwa village.
Connectivity of Kerwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kerwa 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 Kerwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerwa
- Where is Kerwa located?
- Kerwa village is situated in Korba Tehsil, within the Korba district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerwa?
- Kerwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kerwa?
- The pincode of Kerwa is 491888, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerwa is 746, with 372 males and 374 females.
- How many households are there in Kerwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerwa village has a total of 175 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerwa is 38.20%. The male literacy rate is 49.73%, while the female literacy rate is 26.74%.