Kerwa
Kerwa is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Kerwa unique in its vibrant Thikri-Barwani region. You’ll see Kerwa’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 Kerwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerwa is 478216. The village spans a total geographical area of 532.49 hectares. Anjad is nearest town to Kerwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kerwa 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 Rajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kerwa
Population of Kerwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kerwa has a total population of about 2,430, with approximately 1,273 males and 1,157 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 380 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 889 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 864. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.77%, with male literacy at about 58.44% and female literacy near 38.12%. There are around 561 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,430 | 1,273 | 1,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 198 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 889 | 464 | 425 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 864 | 474 | 390 |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 744 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,245 | 529 | 716 |
Connectivity of Kerwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kerwa 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Kerwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerwa.
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%.