Kewal
Kewal is a village located in Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Dudhi (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Kewal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kewal unique in its vibrant Dudhi-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Kewal’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 Kewal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kewal is 214286. The village spans a total geographical area of 494.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 231208. Duddi is nearest town to Kewal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Kewal
Population of Kewal
According to the 2011 Census, Kewal has a total population of about 3,353, with approximately 1,726 males and 1,627 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 588 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,183 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,430. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.13%, with male literacy at about 60.49% and female literacy near 39.15%. There are around 538 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kewal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,353 | 1,726 | 1,627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 588 | 307 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,183 | 635 | 548 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,430 | 716 | 714 |
| Literate Population | 1,681 | 1,044 | 637 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,672 | 682 | 990 |
Connectivity of Kewal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kewal. As per the 2011 stats, Kewal 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kewal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kewal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kewal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kewal
- Where is Kewal located?
- Kewal village is situated in Dudhi Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kewal?
- Kewal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kewal?
- The pincode of Kewal is 231208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kewal is 3,353, with 1,726 males and 1,627 females.
- How many households are there in Kewal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kewal village has a total of 538 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kewal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kewal is 50.13%. The male literacy rate is 60.49%, while the female literacy rate is 39.15%.