Usarwahi - Rengakharkala, Kabeerdham
Usarwahi is a village situated in the Rengakharkala tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 80 km from Bodla and around 105 km from Kawardha. Usarwahi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Usarwahi is 439518. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.05 hectares and falls under the 491888 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Usarwahi 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 Usarwahi
As per Census 2011, Usarwahi village has a total population of 1,514 people, consisting of 737 males and 777 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 770 literate and 744 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Usarwahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,514 | 737 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 119 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 463 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 274 | 470 |
Nearby Villages of Usarwahi
Usarwahi 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 Usarwahi
Usarwahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sahaspur-lohara to Usarwahi is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Usarwahi is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Usarwahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Usarwahi 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 Usarwahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Usarwahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Usarwahi
Where is Usarwahi located?
Usarwahi village is located in Rengakharkala Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Usarwahi?
Usarwahi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Usarwahi?
The pincode of Usarwahi is 491888.
What is the population of Usarwahi?
Usarwahi has a total population of 1,514, including 737 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Usarwahi?
There are 324 households in Usarwahi.
What is the literacy rate in Usarwahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Usarwahi is 50.86%. Male literacy is 62.82% and female literacy is 39.51%.