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.
Kherwa has its own place in the vibrant Sahibganj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Kherwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kherwa village:
- The total population of Kherwa village is around 2,333, including approximately 1,176 males and 1,157 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 483 children aged 0–6 years in Kherwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kherwa village has 64 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 654 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kherwa village is about 28.16%, with male literacy at 35.12% and female literacy at 21.09%.
- There are around 415 households in Kherwa village.
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%.