Kherwani

Kherwani is a village 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.

Kherwani 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 Kherwani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kherwani is 351114. The village spans a total geographical area of 234 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825412. Dhanwar is nearest town to Kherwani village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kherwani 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 Dhanwar 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 Kherwani

Below is a concise population overview of Kherwani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,092 587 505
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 176 111 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) 708 377 331
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 652 404 248
Illiterate Population 440 183 257

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kherwani village:

  • The total population of Kherwani village is around 1,092, including approximately 587 males and 505 females, with a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 176 children aged 0–6 years in Kherwani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kherwani village has 708 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kherwani village is about 59.71%, with male literacy at 68.82% and female literacy at 49.11%.
  • There are around 148 households in Kherwani village.

Connectivity of Kherwani

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kherwani. As per the 2011 stats, Kherwani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Kherwani

Knowing the nearby villages of Kherwani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kherwani.

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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%.