Kenwchi - Pendra Road, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi
Kenwchi is a village situated in the Pendra Road tehsil of Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Gaurella and around 122 km from Bilaspur. Kenwachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenwchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenwchi is 437470. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.24 hectares and falls under the 495117 pincode. Gaurella is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kenwchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marwahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kenwchi
According to the 2011 Census, Kenwchi village had a total population of 1,470 people, including 728 males and 742 females, living in 423 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.57%, with male literacy at 62.84% and female literacy at 46.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,028.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,470 | 728 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 109 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,028 | 502 | 526 |
| Literate Population | 674 | 389 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 796 | 339 | 457 |
Nearby Villages of Kenwchi
Kenwchi 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 Kenwchi
Kenwchi 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 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 Gaurella to Kenwchi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Kenwchi is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kenwchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenwchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kenwchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenwchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kenwchi
Where is Kenwchi located?
Kenwchi village is located in Pendra Road Tehsil, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kenwchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenwchi is Kenwachi.
What is the pincode of Kenwchi?
The pincode of Kenwchi is 495117.
What is the population of Kenwchi?
Kenwchi had a total population of 1,470, including 728 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Kenwchi?
Kenwchi had 423 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenwchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenwchi was 54.57%. Male literacy was 62.84% and female literacy was 46.27%.