Khedwara
Khedwara is a village located in Birni subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Birni (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Khedwara village is also a gram panchayat.
Khedwara has its own place in the vibrant Giridih region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khedwara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khedwara is 352422. The village spans a total geographical area of 249 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825324. Birni is nearest town to Khedwara village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Khedwara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Khedwara
Below is a concise population overview of Khedwara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,697 | 863 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 176 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 145 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 125 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 472 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 391 | 536 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khedwara village:
- The total population of Khedwara village is around 1,697, including approximately 863 males and 834 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 326 children aged 0–6 years in Khedwara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khedwara village has 301 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 232 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khedwara village is about 45.37%, with male literacy at 54.69% and female literacy at 35.73%.
- There are around 287 households in Khedwara village.
Connectivity of Khedwara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khedwara. As per the 2011 stats, Khedwara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khedwara
Knowing the nearby villages of Khedwara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khedwara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khedwara
- Where is Khedwara located?
- Khedwara village is situated in Birni Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khedwara?
- Khedwara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khedwara?
- The pincode of Khedwara is 825324, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khedwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khedwara is 1,697, with 863 males and 834 females.
- How many households are there in Khedwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khedwara village has a total of 287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khedwara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khedwara is 45.37%. The male literacy rate is 54.69%, while the female literacy rate is 35.73%.