Kesharchunwa - Tamnar, Raigarh
Kesharchunwa is a village situated in the Tamnar tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamnar and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Kesharchuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kesharchunwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesharchunwa is 434843. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.96 hectares and falls under the 496107 pincode. Gharghoda is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kesharchunwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kesharchunwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kesharchunwa village had a total population of 606 people, including 306 males and 300 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.21%, with male literacy at 78.79% and female literacy at 51.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 492.
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 | 606 | 306 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 246 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 208 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 98 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Kesharchunwa
Kesharchunwa 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 Kesharchunwa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kesharchunwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gharghoda to Kesharchunwa is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Kesharchunwa is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kesharchunwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesharchunwa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kesharchunwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesharchunwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kesharchunwa
Where is Kesharchunwa located?
Kesharchunwa village is located in Tamnar Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kesharchunwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesharchunwa is Kesharchuan.
What is the pincode of Kesharchunwa?
The pincode of Kesharchunwa is 496107.
What is the population of Kesharchunwa?
Kesharchunwa had a total population of 606, including 306 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Kesharchunwa?
Kesharchunwa had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kesharchunwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesharchunwa was 65.21%. Male literacy was 78.79% and female literacy was 51.53%.