Kista Ram - Jagargunda, Sukma
Kista Ram is a village situated in the Jagargunda tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 95 km from Konta and around 166 km from Dantewada. Milampalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kista Ram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kista Ram is 450343. The village covers a total geographical area of 766.39 hectares and falls under the 494122 pincode. Dornapal is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Kista Ram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kista Ram
As per Census 2011, Kista Ram village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 159 males and 170 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 316 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kista Ram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 159 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 154 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 158 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Kista Ram
Kista Ram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Milampalli | West | 2.68 km |
| Kotaguda(dudheda) | South | 3.60 km |
| Chintalnar | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Chimli | North-West | 4.86 km |
| Achkat | North-East | 6.23 km |
| Rajpenta | North | 6.58 km |
| Kamaram | North-East | 6.58 km |
| Mukram | South-East | 6.84 km |
| Penta | North-West | 7.03 km |
| Singa Ram | North | 7.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kista Ram
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kista Ram. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dornapal to Kista Ram is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Kista Ram is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kista Ram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kista Ram 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kista Ram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kista Ram 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 Kista Ram
Where is Kista Ram located?
Kista Ram village is located in Jagargunda Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kista Ram?
The Gram Panchayat of Kista Ram is Milampalli.
What is the pincode of Kista Ram?
The pincode of Kista Ram is 494122.
What is the population of Kista Ram?
Kista Ram has a total population of 329, including 159 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Kista Ram?
There are 68 households in Kista Ram.