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
According to the 2011 Census, Kherwa village had a total population of 551 people, including 293 males and 258 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.59%, with male literacy at 80.82% and female literacy at 49.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 66.
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 | 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 had a total population of 551, including 293 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Kherwa?
Kherwa had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherwa was 66.59%. Male literacy was 80.82% and female literacy was 49.76%.