Kailashpur - Sonhat, Korea
Kailashpur is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Sonhat and around 25 km from Baikunthpur. Kailashpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kailashpur is 431577. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.8 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kailashpur 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 Kailashpur
As per Census 2011, Kailashpur village has a total population of 852 people, consisting of 421 males and 431 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 341 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kailashpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 852 | 421 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 61 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 302 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 119 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Kailashpur
Kailashpur 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 Kailashpur
Kailashpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >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 Baikunthpur to Kailashpur is about 25 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 Kailashpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kailashpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kailashpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kailashpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kailashpur
Where is Kailashpur located?
Kailashpur village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kailashpur?
Kailashpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kailashpur?
The pincode of Kailashpur is 497339.
What is the population of Kailashpur?
Kailashpur has a total population of 852, including 421 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Kailashpur?
There are 207 households in Kailashpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kailashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kailashpur is 59.98%. Male literacy is 71.73% and female literacy is 48.49%.