Kewal Khas - Kanha Chatti, Chatra
Kewal Khas is a village situated in the Kanha Chatti subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Chatra, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Charu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kewal Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kewal Khas is 348934. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 825401 pincode.
Kewal Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kewal Khas
As per Census 2011, Kewal Khas village has a total population of 302 people, consisting of 138 males and 164 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,188 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kewal Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 138 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 39 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 91 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 47 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Kewal Khas
Kewal Khas 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 Kewal Khas
Kewal Khas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Kewal Khas is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kewal Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kewal Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kewal Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kewal Khas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kewal Khas
Where is Kewal Khas located?
Kewal Khas village is located in Kanha Chatti Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kewal Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Kewal Khas is Charu.
What is the pincode of Kewal Khas?
The pincode of Kewal Khas is 825401.
What is the population of Kewal Khas?
Kewal Khas has a total population of 302, including 138 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Kewal Khas?
There are 65 households in Kewal Khas.
What is the literacy rate in Kewal Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kewal Khas is 61.92%. Male literacy is 65.94% and female literacy is 58.54%.