Kerwa
About Kerwa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kerwa village is 478216. Kerwa village is located in Thikri tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Thikri (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Kerwa village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 532.49 hectares. Kerwa has a total population of 2,430 peoples, out of which male population is 1,273 while female population is 1,157. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 908 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kerwa village is 48.77% out of which 58.44% males and 38.12% females are literate. There are about 561 houses in kerwa village.
When it comes to administration, Kerwa village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kerwa village comes under Rajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Khargone Lok Sabha constituency. Anjad is nearest town to kerwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
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Population of Kerwa
The population details of Kerwa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,430 | 1,273 | 1,157 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 380 | 198 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 889 | 464 | 425 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 864 | 474 | 390 |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 744 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,245 | 529 | 716 |
Connectivity of Kerwa
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kerwa
Where is Kerwa located?
Kerwa village is situated in Thikri Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerwa?
Kerwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kerwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerwa is 2,430, with 1,273 males and 1,157 females.
How many households are there in Kerwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerwa village has a total of 561 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerwa is 48.77%. The male literacy rate is 58.44%, while the female literacy rate is 38.12%.