Kumhwa
Kumhwa is a village located in Patan subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Sataua is the gram panchayat of Kumhwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kumhwa unique in its vibrant Patan-Palamu region. You’ll see Kumhwa’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 Kumhwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kumhwa is 365935. The village spans a total geographical area of 172 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822123. Patan is nearest town to Kumhwa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kumhwa
Population of Kumhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kumhwa has a total population of about 872, with approximately 443 males and 429 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 110 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 52.98%, with male literacy at about 62.53% and female literacy near 43.12%. There are around 160 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kumhwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 872 | 443 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 74 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 462 | 277 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 166 | 244 |
Connectivity of Kumhwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kumhwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kumhwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kumhwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kumhwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kumhwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kumhwa
- Where is Kumhwa located?
- Kumhwa village is situated in Patan Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kumhwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kumhwa is Sataua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kumhwa?
- The pincode of Kumhwa is 822123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kumhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kumhwa is 872, with 443 males and 429 females.
- How many households are there in Kumhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kumhwa village has a total of 160 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kumhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kumhwa is 52.98%. The male literacy rate is 62.53%, while the female literacy rate is 43.12%.