Kawadgaon - Dantewada, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Kawadgaon is a village situated in the Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from Dantewada, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kawadgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kawadgaon is 450111. The village covers a total geographical area of 976.96 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kawadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kawadgaon
As per Census 2011, Kawadgaon village has a total population of 941 people, consisting of 456 males and 485 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 817 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kawadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 | 456 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 817 | 385 | 432 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 172 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 284 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Kawadgaon
Kawadgaon 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 Kawadgaon
Kawadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kawadgaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bade Bacheli to Kawadgaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Kawadgaon is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kawadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kawadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kawadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kawadgaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kawadgaon
Where is Kawadgaon located?
Kawadgaon village is located in Dantewada Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kawadgaon?
Kawadgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kawadgaon?
The pincode of Kawadgaon is 494449.
What is the population of Kawadgaon?
Kawadgaon has a total population of 941, including 456 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Kawadgaon?
There are 251 households in Kawadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kawadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kawadgaon is 27.10%. Male literacy is 37.72% and female literacy is 17.11%.