Kachardand - Sonhat, Korea
Kachardand is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Sonhat and around 18 km from Baikunthpur. Ghughara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachardand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachardand is 431578. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.82 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kachardand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kachardand
According to the 2011 Census, Kachardand village had a total population of 176 people, including 93 males and 83 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.27%, with male literacy at 86.49% and female literacy at 73.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 29 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kachardand
Kachardand 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 Kachardand
Kachardand 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 Baikunthpur to Kachardand is about 18 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 Kachardand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachardand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kachardand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachardand 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kachardand
Where is Kachardand located?
Kachardand village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kachardand?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachardand is Ghughara.
What is the pincode of Kachardand?
The pincode of Kachardand is 497339.
What is the population of Kachardand?
Kachardand had a total population of 176, including 93 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Kachardand?
Kachardand had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachardand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachardand was 80.27%. Male literacy was 86.49% and female literacy was 73.97%.