Kuwarpur - Lakhanpur, Surguja
Kuwarpur is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhanpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Kunwarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuwarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuwarpur is 433085. The village covers a total geographical area of 700.67 hectares and falls under the 497116 pincode. Lakhanpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kuwarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuwarpur
As per Census 2011, Kuwarpur village has a total population of 1,728 people, consisting of 856 males and 872 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 898 literate and 830 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,001 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuwarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,728 | 856 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 128 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,001 | 494 | 507 |
| Literate Population | 898 | 524 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 830 | 332 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Kuwarpur
Kuwarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Junadih | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Hansdand | South | 1.47 km |
| Bandha | East | 2.41 km |
| Andhla | West | 2.62 km |
| Chuhkandand | South | 2.97 km |
| Bharatpur | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Judwani | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Kosanga | East | 3.85 km |
| Amgasi | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Katinda | South-East | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuwarpur
Kuwarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhanpur to Kuwarpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Kuwarpur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuwarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuwarpur 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 Kuwarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuwarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kuwarpur
Where is Kuwarpur located?
Kuwarpur village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuwarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuwarpur is Kunwarpur.
What is the pincode of Kuwarpur?
The pincode of Kuwarpur is 497116.
What is the population of Kuwarpur?
Kuwarpur has a total population of 1,728, including 856 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Kuwarpur?
There are 385 households in Kuwarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kuwarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuwarpur is 51.97%. Male literacy is 61.21% and female literacy is 42.89%.