Kendua - Barkatha, Hazaribagh
Kendua is a village situated in the Barkatha subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkatha and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Sewatand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kendua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kendua is 368268. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.95 hectares and falls under the 825323 pincode.
Kendua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kendua
According to the 2011 Census, Kendua village had a total population of 1,911 people, including 1,001 males and 910 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.89%, with male literacy at 78.93% and female literacy at 47.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,911 | 1,001 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 161 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 663 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 338 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Kendua
Kendua 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 Kendua
Kendua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kendua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Kendua is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kendua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kendua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kendua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kendua 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kendua
Where is Kendua located?
Kendua village is located in Barkatha Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kendua?
The Gram Panchayat of Kendua is Sewatand.
What is the pincode of Kendua?
The pincode of Kendua is 825323.
What is the population of Kendua?
Kendua had a total population of 1,911, including 1,001 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Kendua?
Kendua had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kendua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kendua was 63.89%. Male literacy was 78.93% and female literacy was 47.69%.