Aetwar - Sonhat, Korea
Aetwar is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Sonhat and around 70 km from Baikunthpur. Ramgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aetwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aetwar is 431509. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.45 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Aetwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aetwar
According to the 2011 Census, Aetwar village had a total population of 266 people, including 134 males and 132 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.33%, with male literacy at 72.55% and female literacy at 46.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 261.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 134 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 130 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 74 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 60 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Aetwar
Aetwar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Aetwar
Aetwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Aetwar is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aetwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aetwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Aetwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aetwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aetwar
Where is Aetwar located?
Aetwar village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aetwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Aetwar is Ramgarh.
What is the pincode of Aetwar?
The pincode of Aetwar is 497339.
What is the population of Aetwar?
Aetwar had a total population of 266, including 134 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Aetwar?
Aetwar had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aetwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aetwar was 59.33%. Male literacy was 72.55% and female literacy was 46.73%.