Kherwani
About Kherwani
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kherwani village is 351114. Kherwani village is located in Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanwar (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Jarisingha is the gram panchayat of Kherwani village.
The total geographical area of village is 234 hectares. Kherwani has a total population of 1,092 peoples, out of which male population is 587 while female population is 505. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 860 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kherwani village is 59.71% out of which 68.82% males and 49.11% females are literate. There are about 148 houses in kherwani village. Pincode of kherwani village locality is 825412.
When it comes to administration, Kherwani village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kherwani village comes under Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency. Dhanwar is nearest town to kherwani village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kherwani
The population details of Kherwani cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,092 | 587 | 505 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 176 | 111 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 708 | 377 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 652 | 404 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 183 | 257 |
Connectivity of Kherwani
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kherwani
Where is Kherwani located?
Kherwani village is situated in Dhanwar Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherwani is Jarisingha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kherwani?
The pincode of Kherwani is 825412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kherwani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kherwani is 1,092, with 587 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Kherwani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kherwani village has a total of 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherwani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kherwani is 59.71%. The male literacy rate is 68.82%, while the female literacy rate is 49.11%.