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.

Kewjhar has its own place in the vibrant Surguja 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 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.

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Population of Kewjhar

Below is a concise population overview of Kewjhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kewjhar village:

  • The total population of Kewjhar village is around 435, including approximately 219 males and 216 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Kewjhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kewjhar village has 393 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kewjhar village is about 45.98%, with male literacy at 57.53% and female literacy at 34.26%.
  • There are around 86 households in Kewjhar village.

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.

Semaratala Nawadiha Sibildag Nilkanthpur Lavkushpur Kanjiya Shahpur Pakari Toli Katima Kanchan Toli Mahuwa Toli

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%.