Kaundawand - Bakavand, Bastar
Kaundawand is a village situated in the Bakavand tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bakawand and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Koudawand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaundawand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaundawand is 449478. The village covers a total geographical area of 1335.07 hectares and falls under the 494222 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kaundawand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kaundawand
As per Census 2011, Kaundawand village has a total population of 2,302 people, consisting of 1,151 males and 1,151 females. The village has 541 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 340 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,151 literate and 1,151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,460 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaundawand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,302 | 1,151 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 183 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,460 | 743 | 717 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 703 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,151 | 448 | 703 |
Nearby Villages of Kaundawand
Kaundawand is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pharasgaon | North | 2.17 km |
| Bakawand | West | 2.51 km |
| Udiyapal | East | 2.63 km |
| Dabaguda | South | 3.37 km |
| Simoda | North | 3.82 km |
| Pahurbel | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Chhinari | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Pikaddhanua | East | 4.35 km |
| Korta | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Majhidhanua | East | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaundawand
Kaundawand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amagura, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Kaundawand is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaundawand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaundawand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kaundawand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaundawand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kaundawand
Where is Kaundawand located?
Kaundawand village is located in Bakavand Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaundawand?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaundawand is Koudawand.
What is the pincode of Kaundawand?
The pincode of Kaundawand is 494222.
What is the population of Kaundawand?
Kaundawand has a total population of 2,302, including 1,151 males and 1,151 females.
How many households are there in Kaundawand?
There are 541 households in Kaundawand.
What is the literacy rate in Kaundawand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaundawand is 50.00%. Male literacy is 61.08% and female literacy is 38.92%.