Kerwaniya - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Kerwaniya is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Kharikwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerwaniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerwaniya is 177695. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.91 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Barni is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kerwaniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerwaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Kerwaniya village had a total population of 103 people, including 54 males and 49 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.68%, with male literacy at 62.16% and female literacy at 38.89%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 31 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Kerwaniya
Kerwaniya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kerwaniya
Kerwaniya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barni to Kerwaniya is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Kerwaniya is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerwaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerwaniya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kerwaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerwaniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kerwaniya
Where is Kerwaniya located?
Kerwaniya village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kerwaniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerwaniya is Kharikwa.
What is the pincode of Kerwaniya?
The pincode of Kerwaniya is 272192.
What is the population of Kerwaniya?
Kerwaniya had a total population of 103, including 54 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Kerwaniya?
Kerwaniya had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerwaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerwaniya was 50.68%. Male literacy was 62.16% and female literacy was 38.89%.