Kholwa
Kholwa is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Kholwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kholwa unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Kholwa’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 Kholwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kholwa is 497981. The village spans a total geographical area of 621.89 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Kholwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kholwa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kholwa
Population of Kholwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kholwa has a total population of about 1,134, with approximately 558 males and 576 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 58 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 656. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.23%, with male literacy at about 66.13% and female literacy near 54.51%. There are around 238 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kholwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,134 | 558 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 24 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 656 | 320 | 336 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 369 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 189 | 262 |
Connectivity of Kholwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kholwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kholwa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kholwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kholwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kholwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kholwa
- Where is Kholwa located?
- Kholwa village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kholwa?
- Kholwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kholwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kholwa is 1,134, with 558 males and 576 females.
- How many households are there in Kholwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kholwa village has a total of 238 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kholwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kholwa is 60.23%. The male literacy rate is 66.13%, while the female literacy rate is 54.51%.