Kewal
Kewal is a village located in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. Chatra and Shaligram Ram Narayanpur(hunterganj) are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kewal village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Karailibar is the gram panchayat of Kewal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kewal unique in its vibrant Shaligram Ram Narayanpur-Chatra region. You’ll see Kewal’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 Kewal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kewal is 348219. The village spans a total geographical area of 100 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825401. Jori is nearest town to Kewal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kewal
Population of Kewal
According to the 2011 Census, Kewal has a total population of about 304, with approximately 155 males and 149 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 61 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 264 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 22.37%, with male literacy at about 27.10% and female literacy near 17.45%. There are around 52 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kewal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 304 | 155 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 138 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 68 | 42 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 113 | 123 |
Connectivity of Kewal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kewal. As per the 2011 stats, Kewal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kewal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kewal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kewal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kewal
- Where is Kewal located?
- Kewal village is situated in Shaligram Ram Narayanpur Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kewal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kewal is Karailibar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kewal?
- The pincode of Kewal is 825401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kewal is 304, with 155 males and 149 females.
- How many households are there in Kewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kewal village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kewal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kewal is 22.37%. The male literacy rate is 27.10%, while the female literacy rate is 17.45%.