Kasoli - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Kasoli is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Kasoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasoli is 450141. The village covers a total geographical area of 1883.55 hectares and falls under the 494441 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kasoli 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 Kasoli
As per Census 2011, Kasoli village has a total population of 3,018 people, consisting of 1,589 males and 1,429 females. The village has 666 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,434 literate and 1,584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,412 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,018 | 1,589 | 1,429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 218 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,412 | 1,235 | 1,177 |
| Literate Population | 1,434 | 930 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,584 | 659 | 925 |
Nearby Villages of Kasoli
Kasoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ronje | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Korlapal | North | 3.71 km |
| Japodi | South | 4.12 km |
| Gutoli | West | 4.15 km |
| Chhindnar | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Mofalnar | West | 5.94 km |
| Salnar | North-West | 6.54 km |
| Tarlapal | West | 7.18 km |
| Samlur | South-West | 7.48 km |
| Badekarka | North | 7.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kasoli
Kasoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Gidam, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bade Bacheli to Kasoli is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Kasoli is about 24 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 Kasoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kasoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kasoli
Where is Kasoli located?
Kasoli village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasoli?
Kasoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kasoli?
The pincode of Kasoli is 494441.
What is the population of Kasoli?
Kasoli has a total population of 3,018, including 1,589 males and 1,429 females.
How many households are there in Kasoli?
There are 666 households in Kasoli.
What is the literacy rate in Kasoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasoli is 47.51%. Male literacy is 58.53% and female literacy is 35.27%.