Kherwa
Kherwa is a village located in Jobat tehsil of Alirajpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Jobat (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Alirajpur. As per 2009 stats, Baladmoong is the gram panchayat of Kherwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kherwa unique in its vibrant Jobat-Alirajpur 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 505083. The village spans a total geographical area of 459.09 hectares. Jobat is nearest town to Kherwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kherwa
Population of Kherwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kherwa has a total population of about 1,225, with approximately 635 males and 590 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 242 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 20 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,205. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.24%, with male literacy at about 43.46% and female literacy near 28.47%. There are around 225 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 | 1,225 | 635 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 123 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,205 | 624 | 581 |
| Literate Population | 444 | 276 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 359 | 422 |
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 village |
| 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 Jobat Tehsil, within the Alirajpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kherwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kherwa is Baladmoong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kherwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kherwa is 1,225, with 635 males and 590 females.
- How many households are there in Kherwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kherwa village has a total of 225 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kherwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kherwa is 36.24%. The male literacy rate is 43.46%, while the female literacy rate is 28.47%.