Kewalpur - Devipur, Deoghar
Kewalpur is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Jhhumarbad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kewalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kewalpur is 354365. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Kewalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoghar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kewalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kewalpur village had a total population of 262 people, including 138 males and 124 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.95%, with male literacy at 81.90% and female literacy at 55.67%.
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 | 262 | 138 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 95 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 43 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Kewalpur
Kewalpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dinajpur | East | 0.76 km |
| Khurrami | South | 0.88 km |
| Maniyarpur | North-West | 0.89 km |
| Gajrajpur | North | 1.13 km |
| Bahadurpur | South | 1.76 km |
| Majhlitanr | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Ektara | East | 1.99 km |
| Barwatanr | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Bisnathi | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Saruka | North-East | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kewalpur
Kewalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mathurapur, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Kewalpur is about 25 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 Kewalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kewalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kewalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kewalpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kewalpur
Where is Kewalpur located?
Kewalpur village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kewalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kewalpur is Jhhumarbad.
What is the pincode of Kewalpur?
The pincode of Kewalpur is 814120.
What is the population of Kewalpur?
Kewalpur had a total population of 262, including 138 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Kewalpur?
Kewalpur had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kewalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kewalpur was 69.95%. Male literacy was 81.90% and female literacy was 55.67%.