Jhal Kachhar - Katghora, Korba
Jhal Kachhar is a village situated in the Katghora tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katghora and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Ranjna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jhal Kachhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhal Kachhar is 435850. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 495449 pincode. Dipka is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Jhal Kachhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katghora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jhal Kachhar
According to the 2011 Census, Jhal Kachhar village had a total population of 234 people, including 123 males and 111 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.56%, with male literacy at 79.44% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 114.
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 | 234 | 123 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 85 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 38 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Jhal Kachhar
Jhal Kachhar 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 Jhal Kachhar
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Jhal Kachhar.
| 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 Dipka to Jhal Kachhar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Jhal Kachhar is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jhal Kachhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhal Kachhar 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Jhal Kachhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhal Kachhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jhal Kachhar
Where is Jhal Kachhar located?
Jhal Kachhar village is located in Katghora Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhal Kachhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhal Kachhar is Ranjna.
What is the pincode of Jhal Kachhar?
The pincode of Jhal Kachhar is 495449.
What is the population of Jhal Kachhar?
Jhal Kachhar had a total population of 234, including 123 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Jhal Kachhar?
Jhal Kachhar had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhal Kachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhal Kachhar was 70.56%. Male literacy was 79.44% and female literacy was 60.00%.