Kuwan

Kuwan is a village located in Bahoriband tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bahoriband (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Kuwan village is also a gram panchayat.

Kuwan has its own place in the vibrant Katni 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 Kuwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuwan is 488689. The village spans a total geographical area of 667.85 hectares. Sihora is nearest town to Kuwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Kuwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,904 1,492 1,412
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 456 236 220
Scheduled Castes (SC) 170 94 76
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 455 245 210
Literate Population 2,009 1,136 873
Illiterate Population 895 356 539

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

  • The total population of Kuwan village is around 2,904, including approximately 1,492 males and 1,412 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 456 children aged 0–6 years in Kuwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kuwan village has 170 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 455 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kuwan village is about 69.18%, with male literacy at 76.14% and female literacy at 61.83%.
  • There are around 642 households in Kuwan village.

Connectivity of Kuwan

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

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

Paturiya Pipariya Bhatgawan Rakhi Kuwan Raiyatwari Bhidki Khadra Salaiya Padrehi Budhanwara Udaypura

Frequently Asked Questions about Kuwan

Where is Kuwan located?
Kuwan village is situated in Bahoriband Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuwan?
Kuwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kuwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuwan is 2,904, with 1,492 males and 1,412 females.
How many households are there in Kuwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kuwan village has a total of 642 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuwan is 69.18%. The male literacy rate is 76.14%, while the female literacy rate is 61.83%.