Khowai
Khowai is a Town and Subdivision in West Tripura District of Tripura. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Khowai Block (CD) is 01925. The total area of Khowai Subdivision is 108 km². Khowai has a sex ratio of approximately 949 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Khowai Subdivision
Khowai Subdivision has a total of 13 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Khowai Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chebri | N/A | Khowai |
| 2 | Dhalabil | N/A | Khowai |
| 3 | Ganki | N/A | Khowai (5 km) |
| 4 | Gournagar | N/A | Khowai (2 km) |
| 5 | Laxminarayanpur | N/A | Khowai (12 km) |
| 6 | Paharmura | N/A | Khowai (2 km) |
| 7 | Paschim Singhichhara | South Singicherra | Khowai (17 km) |
| 8 | Purba Ramchandraghat | N/A | Khowai |
| 9 | Purba Singhichhara | N/A | Khowai (2 km) |
| 10 | Santinagar | N/A | Khowai (16 km) |
| 11 | Sonatala | East Sonatala | Khowai (12 km) |
| 12 | Uttar Padmabil | N/A | Khowai |
| 13 | Uttar Ramchandraghat | N/A | Khowai |
Population of Khowai Subdivision
The population profile of Khowai Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Khowai Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64,998 | 64,998 | N/A |
| Male Population | 33,339 | 33,339 | N/A |
| Female Population | 31,659 | 31,659 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,424 | 7,424 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,770 | 3,770 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,654 | 3,654 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 51,306 | 51,306 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 27,273 | 27,273 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 24,033 | 24,033 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 13,692 | 13,692 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 6,066 | 6,066 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,626 | 7,626 | N/A |
| Total Households | 15,721 | 15,721 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 64,998 people. Includes nearly 33,339 males and 31,659 females. Rural population is about 64,998 people.
- There are around 7,424 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,770 boys and 3,654 girls.
- Literate population is about 51,306 people. Non-literate population is around 13,692 people.
- There are nearly 15,721 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Khowai Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 15,552 | 15,552 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 7,923 | 7,923 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 7,629 | 7,629 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 7,979 | 7,979 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 4,107 | 4,107 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 3,872 | 3,872 | N/A |
| Population Density | 600 / km² | 600 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Khowai Subdivision is approximately 15,552 people, including 7,923 males and 7,629 females. Around 15,552 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Khowai Subdivision is about 7,979 people, including 4,107 males and 3,872 females. Around 7,979 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 600 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 600 people per sq. km.