Kewah
Kewah is a village located in Kishtwar tehsil of Kishtwar district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 39km away from Kishtwar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kewah village. As per 2009 stats, Jawalapur is the gram panchayat of Kewah village.
Kewah has its own place in the vibrant Kishtwar 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 Kewah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kewah is 004708. The village spans a total geographical area of 270.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182204. Kishtwar is nearest town to Kewah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
Google Map of Kewah
Population of Kewah
Below is a concise population overview of Kewah 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 | 1,852 | 949 | 903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 192 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 77 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 569 | 291 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 522 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,061 | 427 | 634 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kewah village:
- The total population of Kewah village is around 1,852, including approximately 949 males and 903 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 403 children aged 0–6 years in Kewah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kewah village has 135 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 569 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kewah village is about 42.71%, with male literacy at 55.01% and female literacy at 29.79%.
- There are around 322 households in Kewah village.
Connectivity of Kewah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kewah. As per the 2011 stats, Kewah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kewah
Knowing the nearby villages of Kewah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kewah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kewah
- Where is Kewah located?
- Kewah village is situated in Kishtwar Tehsil, within the Kishtwar district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kewah?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kewah is Jawalapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kewah?
- The pincode of Kewah is 182204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kewah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kewah is 1,852, with 949 males and 903 females.
- How many households are there in Kewah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kewah village has a total of 322 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kewah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kewah is 42.71%. The male literacy rate is 55.01%, while the female literacy rate is 29.79%.