Kashi Choan - Akbarpur, Nawada
Kashi Choan is a village situated in the Akbarpur subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akbarpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Budhuwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kashi Choan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kashi Choan is 258031. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 805126 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kashi Choan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kashi Choan
As per Census 2011, Kashi Choan village has a total population of 617 people, consisting of 322 males and 295 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 550 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kashi Choan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 617 | 322 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 550 | 284 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 53 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 269 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Kashi Choan
Kashi Choan 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 Kashi Choan
Kashi Choan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nawada to Kashi Choan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kashi Choan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kashi Choan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kashi Choan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kashi Choan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kashi Choan
Where is Kashi Choan located?
Kashi Choan village is located in Akbarpur Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kashi Choan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kashi Choan is Budhuwa.
What is the pincode of Kashi Choan?
The pincode of Kashi Choan is 805126.
What is the population of Kashi Choan?
Kashi Choan has a total population of 617, including 322 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Kashi Choan?
There are 83 households in Kashi Choan.
What is the literacy rate in Kashi Choan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kashi Choan is 11.18%. Male literacy is 16.46% and female literacy is 5.42%.