Rewad Kalan - Manika, Latehar
Rewad Kalan is a village situated in the Manika subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manika and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Vishunbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rewad Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rewad Kalan is 366907. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 822126 pincode.
Rewad Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rewad Kalan
As per Census 2011, Rewad Kalan village has a total population of 856 people, consisting of 421 males and 435 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 224 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rewad Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 856 | 421 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 91 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 143 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 121 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 264 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 157 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Rewad Kalan
Rewad Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuchal | East | 1.65 km |
| Newar | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Jalima | West | 2.34 km |
| Matnag | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Bikra | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Bishunbandh | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Hiringbar | North | 3.48 km |
| Beang | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Marabar | South | 3.98 km |
| Hesiklbar | South-East | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rewad Kalan
Rewad Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Rewad Kalan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rewad Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rewad Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rewad Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rewad Kalan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rewad Kalan
Where is Rewad Kalan located?
Rewad Kalan village is located in Manika Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rewad Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rewad Kalan is Vishunbandh.
What is the pincode of Rewad Kalan?
The pincode of Rewad Kalan is 822126.
What is the population of Rewad Kalan?
Rewad Kalan has a total population of 856, including 421 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Rewad Kalan?
There are 171 households in Rewad Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Rewad Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rewad Kalan is 49.42%. Male literacy is 62.71% and female literacy is 36.55%.