Kewalia - Pratappur, Chatra
Kewalia is a village situated in the Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratappur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Gajwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kewalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kewalia is 348339. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 825404 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town.
Kewalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kewalia
According to the 2011 Census, Kewalia village had a total population of 492 people, including 256 males and 236 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.06%, with male literacy at 60.87% and female literacy at 59.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 492 | 256 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 72 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 112 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 144 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Kewalia
Kewalia 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 Kewalia
Public transport in the Kewalia 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 Kewalia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kewalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kewalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kewalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kewalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kewalia
Where is Kewalia located?
Kewalia village is located in Pratappur Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kewalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kewalia is Gajwa.
What is the pincode of Kewalia?
The pincode of Kewalia is 825404.
What is the population of Kewalia?
Kewalia had a total population of 492, including 256 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Kewalia?
Kewalia had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kewalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kewalia was 60.06%. Male literacy was 60.87% and female literacy was 59.17%.