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.
Kholwa has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kholwa 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kholwa village:
- The total population of Kholwa village is around 1,134, including approximately 558 males and 576 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Kholwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kholwa village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 656 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kholwa village is about 60.23%, with male literacy at 66.13% and female literacy at 54.51%.
- There are around 238 households in Kholwa village.
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%.