Kuagaon - Jarhagaon, Mungeli
Kuagaon is a village situated in the Jarhagaon tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from Mungeli and around 40 km from Bilaspur. Kunwagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuagaon is 438295. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.97 hectares and falls under the 495334 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kuagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuagaon
As per Census 2011, Kuagaon village has a total population of 1,820 people, consisting of 930 males and 890 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 831 literate and 989 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,820 | 930 | 890 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 172 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 831 | 541 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 989 | 389 | 600 |
Nearby Villages of Kuagaon
Kuagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharampura | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Pithampur | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Sodhar | South-East | 2.35 km |
| Dasharangpur | East | 2.79 km |
| Rohrakhurd | West | 2.98 km |
| Kishanpur | East | 3.09 km |
| Lohadia | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Hathani Kalan | South | 3.49 km |
| Khairwar | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Gidha | South-West | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuagaon
Kuagaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kalmitar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungeli to Kuagaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Kuagaon is about 40 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 Kuagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuagaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kuagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuagaon 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 Kuagaon
Where is Kuagaon located?
Kuagaon village is located in Jarhagaon Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuagaon is Kunwagaon.
What is the pincode of Kuagaon?
The pincode of Kuagaon is 495334.
What is the population of Kuagaon?
Kuagaon has a total population of 1,820, including 930 males and 890 females.
How many households are there in Kuagaon?
There are 394 households in Kuagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kuagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuagaon is 45.66%. Male literacy is 58.17% and female literacy is 32.58%.