Kherwa
Kherwa is a village located in Barhait subdivision of Sahibganj district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Barhait (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Sahibganj. As per 2009 stats, Khairwa is the gram panchayat of Kherwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kherwa unique in its vibrant Barhait-Sahibganj region. You’ll see Kherwa’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 Kherwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kherwa is 358527. The village spans a total geographical area of 315 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816109. Barhait is nearest town to Kherwa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kherwa
Population of Kherwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kherwa has a total population of about 2,333, with approximately 1,176 males and 1,157 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 483 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 64 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 654. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.16%, with male literacy at about 35.12% and female literacy near 21.09%. There are around 415 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kherwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,333 | 1,176 | 1,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 241 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 654 | 310 | 344 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 413 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,676 | 763 | 913 |
Connectivity of Kherwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kherwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kherwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kherwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kherwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kherwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kherwa
- Where is Kherwa located?
- Kherwa village is situated in Barhait Subdivision, within the Sahibganj district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kherwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kherwa is Khairwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kherwa?
- The pincode of Kherwa is 816109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kherwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kherwa is 2,333, with 1,176 males and 1,157 females.
- How many households are there in Kherwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kherwa village has a total of 415 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kherwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kherwa is 28.16%. The male literacy rate is 35.12%, while the female literacy rate is 21.09%.