Kushwa
Kushwa is a village located in Nermand tehsil of Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 225km away from district headquarter Nermand. Nermand is the sub-district headquarter of Kushwa village. As per 2009 stats, Kushwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kushwa unique in its vibrant Nermand-Kullu region. You’ll see Kushwa’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 Kushwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kushwa is 012967. The village spans a total geographical area of 196.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172023. Rampur is nearest town to Kushwa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kushwa
Population of Kushwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kushwa has a total population of about 1,531, with approximately 803 males and 728 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 641 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.20%, with male literacy at about 70.24% and female literacy near 51.24%. There are around 355 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kushwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,531 | 803 | 728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 101 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 641 | 330 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 937 | 564 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 239 | 355 |
Connectivity of Kushwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kushwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kushwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kushwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kushwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kushwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kushwa
- Where is Kushwa located?
- Kushwa village is situated in Nermand Tehsil, within the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kushwa?
- Kushwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kushwa?
- The pincode of Kushwa is 172023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kushwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kushwa is 1,531, with 803 males and 728 females.
- How many households are there in Kushwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kushwa village has a total of 355 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kushwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kushwa is 61.20%. The male literacy rate is 70.24%, while the female literacy rate is 51.24%.