Kekda

Kekda is a village located in Amarwara tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Amarwara (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Kekda village is also a gram panchayat.

Kekda has its own place in the vibrant Chhindwara 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 Kekda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kekda is 493993. The village spans a total geographical area of 1046 hectares. Amarwara is nearest town to Kekda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Kekda

Below is a concise population overview of Kekda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,360 682 678
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 193 97 96
Scheduled Castes (SC) 69 34 35
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 335 162 173
Literate Population 831 500 331
Illiterate Population 529 182 347

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kekda village:

  • The total population of Kekda village is around 1,360, including approximately 682 males and 678 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 193 children aged 0–6 years in Kekda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kekda village has 69 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 335 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kekda village is about 61.10%, with male literacy at 73.31% and female literacy at 48.82%.
  • There are around 279 households in Kekda village.

Connectivity of Kekda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kekda. As per the 2011 stats, Kekda 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 Kekda

Knowing the nearby villages of Kekda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kekda.

Sahkari Jhilmili Pipariya Birsa Markawada Saliwada Ghat Lingpani Umariya Khireti Chargaon Badela Bilhera

Frequently Asked Questions about Kekda

Where is Kekda located?
Kekda village is situated in Amarwara Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kekda?
Kekda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kekda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kekda is 1,360, with 682 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Kekda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kekda village has a total of 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kekda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kekda is 61.10%. The male literacy rate is 73.31%, while the female literacy rate is 48.82%.