Kedar
Kedar is a village located in Sarangarh tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sarangarh (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Kedar village is also a gram panchayat.
Kedar has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kedar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kedar is 435377. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496445. Sarangarh is nearest town to Kedar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kedar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kedar
Population of Kedar
Below is a concise population overview of Kedar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,237 | 613 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 83 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 52 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 429 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 184 | 318 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kedar village:
- The total population of Kedar village is around 1,237, including approximately 613 males and 624 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Kedar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kedar village has 123 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 116 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kedar village is about 59.42%, with male literacy at 69.98% and female literacy at 49.04%.
- There are around 359 households in Kedar village.
Connectivity of Kedar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kedar. As per the 2011 stats, Kedar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kedar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kedar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kedar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kedar
- Where is Kedar located?
- Kedar village is situated in Sarangarh Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kedar?
- Kedar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kedar?
- The pincode of Kedar is 496445, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kedar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kedar is 1,237, with 613 males and 624 females.
- How many households are there in Kedar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kedar village has a total of 359 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kedar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kedar is 59.42%. The male literacy rate is 69.98%, while the female literacy rate is 49.04%.