Kerwari
Kerwari is a village located in Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mariahu (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Kedwari is the gram panchayat of Kerwari village.
Here you can discover what makes Kerwari unique in its vibrant Mariahu-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Kerwari’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 Kerwari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerwari is 202461. The village spans a total geographical area of 180.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 222136. Mariahu is nearest town to Kerwari village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kerwari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mariyahu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kerwari
Population of Kerwari
According to the 2011 Census, Kerwari has a total population of about 2,347, with approximately 1,102 males and 1,245 females. The sex ratio is around 1129 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 394 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 594 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.39%, with male literacy at about 69.96% and female literacy near 46.27%. There are around 333 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerwari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,347 | 1,102 | 1,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 193 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 290 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,347 | 771 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,000 | 331 | 669 |
Connectivity of Kerwari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerwari. As per the 2011 stats, Kerwari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerwari
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerwari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerwari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerwari
- Where is Kerwari located?
- Kerwari village is situated in Mariahu Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerwari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kerwari is Kedwari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kerwari?
- The pincode of Kerwari is 222136, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerwari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerwari is 2,347, with 1,102 males and 1,245 females.
- How many households are there in Kerwari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerwari village has a total of 333 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerwari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerwari is 57.39%. The male literacy rate is 69.96%, while the female literacy rate is 46.27%.