Kindarwada - Tongpal, Sukma
Kindarwada is a village situated in the Tongpal tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from Chhindgarh and around 130 km from Dantewada. Kindarwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kindarwada is 450581. The village covers a total geographical area of 868.83 hectares and falls under the 494115 pincode. Sukma is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Kindarwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kindarwada
According to the 2011 Census, Kindarwada village had a total population of 1,291 people, including 649 males and 642 females, living in 286 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.16%, with male literacy at 61.10% and female literacy at 30.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,187.
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 | 1,291 | 649 | 642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 86 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,187 | 599 | 588 |
| Literate Population | 511 | 344 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 305 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Kindarwada
Kindarwada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Surrepal | West | 1.83 km |
| Puspal | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Tumakpal | East | 2.46 km |
| Netanar | South | 2.73 km |
| Kokawada | North | 3.78 km |
| Gadamras | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Jangampal | South-East | 5.03 km |
| Kikirpal | South-East | 5.16 km |
| Mekhawaya | West | 5.19 km |
| Jagadpal | North-East | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kindarwada
Kindarwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kumar Sadra, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sukma to Kindarwada is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Kindarwada is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kindarwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kindarwada 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 Kindarwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kindarwada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kindarwada
Where is Kindarwada located?
Kindarwada village is located in Tongpal Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kindarwada?
Kindarwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kindarwada?
The pincode of Kindarwada is 494115.
What is the population of Kindarwada?
Kindarwada had a total population of 1,291, including 649 males and 642 females.
How many households are there in Kindarwada?
Kindarwada had 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kindarwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kindarwada was 46.16%. Male literacy was 61.10% and female literacy was 30.70%.