Kesda - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Kesda is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Bandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kesda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesda is 439472. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.43 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Kawardha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kesda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kesda
According to the 2011 Census, Kesda village had a total population of 197 people, including 94 males and 103 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.59%, with male literacy at 54.17% and female literacy at 36.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 188.
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 | 197 | 94 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 89 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 55 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Kesda
Kesda 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 Kesda
Kesda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Kawardha to Kesda 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 Kesda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kesda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kesda
Where is Kesda located?
Kesda village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kesda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesda is Bandha.
What is the pincode of Kesda?
The pincode of Kesda is 491995.
What is the population of Kesda?
Kesda had a total population of 197, including 94 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Kesda?
Kesda had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kesda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesda was 44.59%. Male literacy was 54.17% and female literacy was 36.47%.