Kuwa
Kuwa is a village located in Thikri tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Thikri (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Kunwa is the gram panchayat of Kuwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kuwa unique in its vibrant Thikri-Barwani region. You’ll see Kuwa’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 Kuwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuwa is 478217. The village spans a total geographical area of 435.85 hectares. Anjad is nearest town to Kuwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kuwa 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 Kuwa
Population of Kuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kuwa has a total population of about 2,433, with approximately 1,215 males and 1,218 females. The sex ratio is around 1002 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 325 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 619 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 541. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.78%, with male literacy at about 70.37% and female literacy near 59.20%. There are around 474 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,433 | 1,215 | 1,218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 166 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 307 | 312 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 541 | 258 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 1,576 | 855 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 360 | 497 |
Connectivity of Kuwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kuwa 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kuwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuwa
- Where is Kuwa located?
- Kuwa village is situated in Thikri Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kuwa is Kunwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kuwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuwa is 2,433, with 1,215 males and 1,218 females.
- How many households are there in Kuwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuwa village has a total of 474 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuwa is 64.78%. The male literacy rate is 70.37%, while the female literacy rate is 59.20%.