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
According to the 2011 Census, Kesmarda village had a total population of 773 people, including 363 males and 410 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.12%, with male literacy at 76.41% and female literacy at 57.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 593.
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 | 773 | 363 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 79 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 773, including 363 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Kesmarda?
Kesmarda had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kesmarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesmarda was 66.12%. Male literacy was 76.41% and female literacy was 57.01%.