Kerwasa
Kerwasa is a village located in Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Jaora (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Ratlam. As per 2009 stats, Kerwasa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kerwasa unique in its vibrant Jaora-Ratlam region. You’ll see Kerwasa’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 Kerwasa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerwasa is 470209. The village spans a total geographical area of 894.3 hectares. Jaora is nearest town to Kerwasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kerwasa
Population of Kerwasa
According to the 2011 Census, Kerwasa has a total population of about 1,949, with approximately 961 males and 988 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 274 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 671 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 23. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.01%, with male literacy at about 82.10% and female literacy near 68.12%. There are around 364 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerwasa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,949 | 961 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 134 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 671 | 319 | 352 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,462 | 789 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 172 | 315 |
Connectivity of Kerwasa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerwasa. As per the 2011 stats, Kerwasa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kerwasa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerwasa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerwasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerwasa
- Where is Kerwasa located?
- Kerwasa village is situated in Jaora Tehsil, within the Ratlam district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerwasa?
- Kerwasa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kerwasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerwasa is 1,949, with 961 males and 988 females.
- How many households are there in Kerwasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerwasa village has a total of 364 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerwasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerwasa is 75.01%. The male literacy rate is 82.10%, while the female literacy rate is 68.12%.