Kunwai
Kunwai is a village located in Panki subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. Palamu and Panki are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kunwai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Konwai is the gram panchayat of Kunwai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kunwai unique in its vibrant Panki-Palamu region. You’ll see Kunwai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kunwai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunwai is 366250. The village spans a total geographical area of 2114 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822118. Panki is nearest town to Kunwai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kunwai
According to the 2011 Census, Kunwai has a total population of about 5,802, with approximately 2,954 males and 2,848 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 947 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 743 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.79%, with male literacy at about 65.06% and female literacy near 42.10%. There are around 1,159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kunwai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,802 | 2,954 | 2,848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 947 | 474 | 473 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 743 | 362 | 381 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,121 | 1,922 | 1,199 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,681 | 1,032 | 1,649 |
Connectivity of Kunwai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunwai. As per the 2011 stats, Kunwai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kunwai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunwai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunwai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunwai
- Where is Kunwai located?
- Kunwai village is situated in Panki Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunwai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kunwai is Konwai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kunwai?
- The pincode of Kunwai is 822118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunwai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunwai is 5,802, with 2,954 males and 2,848 females.
- How many households are there in Kunwai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunwai village has a total of 1,159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunwai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunwai is 53.79%. The male literacy rate is 65.06%, while the female literacy rate is 42.10%.