Kesmarda - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Kesmarda is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Kasmarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kesmarda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesmarda is 439221. The village covers a total geographical area of 855.22 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kesmarda 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 Kesmarda
As per Census 2011, Kesmarda village has a total population of 773 people, consisting of 363 males and 410 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 1,129 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 593 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kesmarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 773 | 363 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 79 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 593 | 278 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 217 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 146 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Kesmarda
Kesmarda 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 Kesmarda
Kesmarda 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 | 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 Bodla to Kesmarda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Kesmarda is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kesmarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesmarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kesmarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesmarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kesmarda
Where is Kesmarda located?
Kesmarda village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kesmarda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesmarda is Kasmarda.
What is the pincode of Kesmarda?
The pincode of Kesmarda is 491995.
What is the population of Kesmarda?
Kesmarda has a total population of 773, including 363 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Kesmarda?
There are 173 households in Kesmarda.
What is the literacy rate in Kesmarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesmarda is 51.75%. Male literacy is 59.78% and female literacy is 44.63%.