Kewa - Bunjwah, Kishtwar
Kewa is a village situated in the Bunjwah tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 39 km from Kishtwar and around 39 km from Kishtwar. Kewa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kewa is 004708. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.3 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kewa
As per Census 2011, Kewa village has a total population of 1,852 people, consisting of 949 males and 903 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 403 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 791 literate and 1,061 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 569 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kewa are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kewa
Kewa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kewa
Public transport in the Kewa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Kewa is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Kewa is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kewa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kewa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kewa
Where is Kewa located?
Kewa village is located in Bunjwah Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kewa?
Kewa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kewa?
The pincode of Kewa is 182203.
What is the population of Kewa?
Kewa has a total population of 1,852, including 949 males and 903 females.
How many households are there in Kewa?
There are 322 households in Kewa.
What is the literacy rate in Kewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kewa is 42.71%. Male literacy is 55.01% and female literacy is 29.79%.