Kherwa - Palojori, Deoghar
Kherwa is a village situated in the Palojori subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. Sagarajore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherwa is 355409. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 814146 pincode.
Kherwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kherwa
As per Census 2011, Kherwa village has a total population of 551 people, consisting of 293 males and 258 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 301 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 293 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 301 | 198 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 95 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Kherwa
Kherwa 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 Kherwa
Kherwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Kherwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kherwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherwa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kherwa
Where is Kherwa located?
Kherwa village is located in Palojori Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherwa is Sagarajore.
What is the pincode of Kherwa?
The pincode of Kherwa is 814146.
What is the population of Kherwa?
Kherwa has a total population of 551, including 293 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Kherwa?
There are 92 households in Kherwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kherwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherwa is 54.63%. Male literacy is 67.58% and female literacy is 39.92%.