Kowajhiri
Kowajhiri is a village located in Jamai tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Jamai (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Kauazhiri is the gram panchayat of Kowajhiri village.
Here you can discover what makes Kowajhiri unique in its vibrant Jamai-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Kowajhiri’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 Kowajhiri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kowajhiri is 494496. The village spans a total geographical area of 956.12 hectares. Damaua is nearest town to Kowajhiri village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kowajhiri
Population of Kowajhiri
According to the 2011 Census, Kowajhiri has a total population of about 1,321, with approximately 653 males and 668 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 260 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 757. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.77%, with male literacy at about 43.80% and female literacy near 31.89%. There are around 271 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kowajhiri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,321 | 653 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 143 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 757 | 365 | 392 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 286 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 367 | 455 |
Connectivity of Kowajhiri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kowajhiri. As per the 2011 stats, Kowajhiri 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kowajhiri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kowajhiri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kowajhiri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kowajhiri
- Where is Kowajhiri located?
- Kowajhiri village is situated in Jamai Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kowajhiri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kowajhiri is Kauazhiri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kowajhiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kowajhiri is 1,321, with 653 males and 668 females.
- How many households are there in Kowajhiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kowajhiri village has a total of 271 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kowajhiri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kowajhiri is 37.77%. The male literacy rate is 43.80%, while the female literacy rate is 31.89%.