Kenwaha - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Kenwaha is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Maukudiccha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenwaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenwaha is 456080. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.06 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kenwaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shivpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kenwaha
As per Census 2011, Kenwaha village has a total population of 656 people, consisting of 325 males and 331 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 294 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenwaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 656 | 325 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 152 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 126 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 199 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Kenwaha
Kenwaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mau Kudiccha | South | 3.00 km |
| Remjha | West | 3.30 km |
| Chur | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Bakshanpur | East | 4.94 km |
| Bhunda | South-East | 5.13 km |
| Chandawani | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Dagariya | East | 5.53 km |
| Jagti | West | 5.99 km |
| Kutiya Alias Bamaur | South-West | 6.05 km |
| Kota | South | 6.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kenwaha
Kenwaha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shivpuri, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pichhore to Kenwaha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Kenwaha is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kenwaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenwaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kenwaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenwaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kenwaha
Where is Kenwaha located?
Kenwaha village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenwaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenwaha is Maukudiccha.
What is the pincode of Kenwaha?
The pincode of Kenwaha is 473995.
What is the population of Kenwaha?
Kenwaha has a total population of 656, including 325 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Kenwaha?
There are 132 households in Kenwaha.
What is the literacy rate in Kenwaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenwaha is 35.37%. Male literacy is 38.77% and female literacy is 32.02%.