Kahadkasa - Ambagarh Chouki, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Kahadkasa is a village situated in the Ambagarh Chouki tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from Ambagarh Chowki and around 65 km from Rajnandgaon. Dongargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kahadkasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kahadkasa is 441566. The village covers a total geographical area of 331.29 hectares and falls under the 491668 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kahadkasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kahadkasa
As per Census 2011, Kahadkasa village has a total population of 993 people, consisting of 482 males and 511 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 676 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 297 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kahadkasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 993 | 482 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 64 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 129 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 141 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 676 | 378 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 104 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Kahadkasa
Kahadkasa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dongargaon | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Singha Bhedi | North | 1.80 km |
| Handi Tola | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Edmagondi | South | 2.53 km |
| Raja Tola | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Ama Tola | East | 2.78 km |
| Manga Tola | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Rengakathera | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Jantargundra | North | 3.39 km |
| Halam Kodo | South-West | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kahadkasa
Kahadkasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.3 km.
| 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 Ambagarh Chowki to Kahadkasa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Kahadkasa is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kahadkasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kahadkasa 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 Kahadkasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kahadkasa 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kahadkasa
Where is Kahadkasa located?
Kahadkasa village is located in Ambagarh Chouki Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kahadkasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kahadkasa is Dongargaon.
What is the pincode of Kahadkasa?
The pincode of Kahadkasa is 491668.
What is the population of Kahadkasa?
Kahadkasa has a total population of 993, including 482 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Kahadkasa?
There are 216 households in Kahadkasa.
What is the literacy rate in Kahadkasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kahadkasa is 68.08%. Male literacy is 78.42% and female literacy is 58.32%.