Kewal
About Kewal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kewal village is 367899. Kewal village is located in Barhi subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 33km away from district headquarter Barhi. Barhi is the sub-district headquarter of Kewal village. As per 2009 stats, Khodahar is the gram panchayat of Kewal village.
The total geographical area of village is 466.26 hectares. Kewal has a total population of 990 peoples, out of which male population is 511 while female population is 479. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 937 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kewal village is 44.04% out of which 49.32% males and 38.41% females are literate. There are about 224 houses in kewal village. Pincode of kewal village locality is 825405.
When it comes to administration, Kewal 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, Kewal village comes under Barhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency. Barhi is nearest town to kewal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kewal
The population details of Kewal 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 | 990 | 511 | 479 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 178 | 100 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 399 | 207 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 180 | 96 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 252 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 259 | 295 |
Connectivity of Kewal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kewal
Where is Kewal located?
Kewal village is situated in Barhi Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kewal is Khodahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kewal?
The pincode of Kewal is 825405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kewal is 990, with 511 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Kewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kewal village has a total of 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kewal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kewal is 44.04%. The male literacy rate is 49.32%, while the female literacy rate is 38.41%.