Kuwa - Beohari, Shahdol
Kuwa is a village situated in the Beohari tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beohari and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Kuwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuwa is 500880. The village covers a total geographical area of 862.85 hectares and falls under the 484774 pincode. Beohari is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kuwa
As per Census 2011, Kuwa village has a total population of 4,158 people, consisting of 2,135 males and 2,023 females. The village has 921 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 678 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,215 literate and 1,943 illiterate residents. Additionally, 819 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,867 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,158 | 2,135 | 2,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 678 | 360 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 819 | 422 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,867 | 960 | 907 |
| Literate Population | 2,215 | 1,357 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,943 | 778 | 1,165 |
Nearby Villages of Kuwa
Kuwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hinauta | North | 2.02 km |
| Hirwar | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Indwar | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Tikura Tola | East | 2.52 km |
| Ghinauchi | West | 2.93 km |
| Chhataina | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Jamuni | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Papaundh | South | 3.50 km |
| Martala | East | 3.69 km |
| Beohari Khurd | North | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuwa
Kuwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bijaysota, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beohari to Kuwa is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Kuwa is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kuwa
Where is Kuwa located?
Kuwa village is located in Beohari Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuwa is Kuwan.
What is the pincode of Kuwa?
The pincode of Kuwa is 484774.
What is the population of Kuwa?
Kuwa has a total population of 4,158, including 2,135 males and 2,023 females.
How many households are there in Kuwa?
There are 921 households in Kuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuwa is 53.27%. Male literacy is 63.56% and female literacy is 42.41%.