Kewali
Kewali is a village located in Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Kharsia (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Kawali is the gram panchayat of Kewali village.
Kewali has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Kewali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kewali is 435146. The village spans a total geographical area of 718.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496665. Kharsia is nearest town to Kewali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kewali 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 Kharsia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kewali
Population of Kewali
Below is a concise population overview of Kewali 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 | 1,134 | 558 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 89 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 634 | 310 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 372 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 186 | 337 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kewali village:
- The total population of Kewali village is around 1,134, including approximately 558 males and 576 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 179 children aged 0–6 years in Kewali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kewali village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 634 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kewali village is about 53.88%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 41.49%.
- There are around 259 households in Kewali village.
Connectivity of Kewali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kewali. As per the 2011 stats, Kewali 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kewali
Knowing the nearby villages of Kewali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kewali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kewali
- Where is Kewali located?
- Kewali village is situated in Kharsia Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kewali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kewali is Kawali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kewali?
- The pincode of Kewali is 496665, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kewali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kewali is 1,134, with 558 males and 576 females.
- How many households are there in Kewali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kewali village has a total of 259 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kewali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kewali is 53.88%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 41.49%.