Kauhapani - Dongargarh, Rajnandgaon
Kauhapani is a village situated in the Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargarh and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Bortalab serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kauhapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kauhapani is 440613. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.73 hectares and falls under the 491445 pincode. Dongargarh is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kauhapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kauhapani
According to the 2011 Census, Kauhapani village had a total population of 217 people, including 109 males and 108 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.08%, with male literacy at 70.41% and female literacy at 40.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 213.
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 | 217 | 109 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 107 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 69 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 40 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Kauhapani
Kauhapani 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 Kauhapani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kauhapani. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kauhapani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dongargarh to Kauhapani is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Kauhapani is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kauhapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kauhapani 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 Kauhapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kauhapani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kauhapani
Where is Kauhapani located?
Kauhapani village is located in Dongargarh Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kauhapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kauhapani is Bortalab.
What is the pincode of Kauhapani?
The pincode of Kauhapani is 491445.
What is the population of Kauhapani?
Kauhapani had a total population of 217, including 109 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Kauhapani?
Kauhapani had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kauhapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kauhapani was 56.08%. Male literacy was 70.41% and female literacy was 40.66%.