Kuwan
About Kuwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kuwan village is 488334. Kuwan village is located in Barhi tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Barhi (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Kuwan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1301.12 hectares. Kuwan has a total population of 3,220 peoples, out of which male population is 1,643 while female population is 1,577. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 959 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kuwan village is 56.68% out of which 66.83% males and 46.10% females are literate. There are about 782 houses in kuwan village.
When it comes to administration, Kuwan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kuwan village comes under Vijayraghavgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency. Barhi is nearest town to kuwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Kuwan
The population details of Kuwan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,220 | 1,643 | 1,577 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 473 | 253 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 562 | 293 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 787 | 387 | 400 |
| Literate Population | 1,825 | 1,098 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,395 | 545 | 850 |
Connectivity of Kuwan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kuwan
Where is Kuwan located?
Kuwan village is situated in Barhi 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 3,220, with 1,643 males and 1,577 females.
How many households are there in Kuwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kuwan village has a total of 782 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuwan is 56.68%. The male literacy rate is 66.83%, while the female literacy rate is 46.10%.