Kherwas
Kherwas is a village located in Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Badnawar (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Khairwas is the gram panchayat of Kherwas village.
Here you can discover what makes Kherwas unique in its vibrant Badnawar-Dhar region. You’ll see Kherwas’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 Kherwas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kherwas is 474386. The village spans a total geographical area of 622.25 hectares. Badnawar is nearest town to Kherwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Kherwas
Population of Kherwas
According to the 2011 Census, Kherwas has a total population of about 1,035, with approximately 523 males and 512 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 169 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 618 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 164. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.53%, with male literacy at about 65.58% and female literacy near 41.21%. There are around 226 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kherwas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,035 | 523 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 82 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 618 | 314 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 80 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 343 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 180 | 301 |
Connectivity of Kherwas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kherwas. As per the 2011 stats, Kherwas 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 within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kherwas
Knowing the nearby villages of Kherwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kherwas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kherwas
- Where is Kherwas located?
- Kherwas village is situated in Badnawar Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kherwas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kherwas is Khairwas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kherwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kherwas is 1,035, with 523 males and 512 females.
- How many households are there in Kherwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kherwas village has a total of 226 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kherwas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kherwas is 53.53%. The male literacy rate is 65.58%, while the female literacy rate is 41.21%.