Kewjhar
Kewjhar is a village located in Samri tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kusmi (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Nilkanthpur is the gram panchayat of Kewjhar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kewjhar unique in its vibrant Samri-Surguja region. You’ll see Kewjhar’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 Kewjhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kewjhar is 432374. The village spans a total geographical area of 474.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497224. Kusmi is nearest town to Kewjhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kewjhar
Population of Kewjhar
According to the 2011 Census, Kewjhar has a total population of about 435, with approximately 219 males and 216 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 393. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.98%, with male literacy at about 57.53% and female literacy near 34.26%. There are around 86 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kewjhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 219 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 393 | 197 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 126 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 93 | 142 |
Connectivity of Kewjhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kewjhar. As per the 2011 stats, Kewjhar 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kewjhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kewjhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kewjhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kewjhar
- Where is Kewjhar located?
- Kewjhar village is situated in Samri Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kewjhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kewjhar is Nilkanthpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kewjhar?
- The pincode of Kewjhar is 497224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kewjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kewjhar is 435, with 219 males and 216 females.
- How many households are there in Kewjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kewjhar village has a total of 86 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kewjhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kewjhar is 45.98%. The male literacy rate is 57.53%, while the female literacy rate is 34.26%.