Kachhar - Lundra, Surguja
Kachhar is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Kakani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachhar is 433345. The village covers a total geographical area of 617 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kachhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kachhar
As per Census 2011, Kachhar village has a total population of 1,016 people, consisting of 491 males and 525 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 863 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kachhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,016 | 491 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 53 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 863 | 421 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 268 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 223 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Kachhar
Kachhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhermunda | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Dumardih | East | 2.09 km |
| Kakni | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Deori | West | 2.48 km |
| Asandih | North | 3.19 km |
| Nawdiha | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Rawai | East | 3.79 km |
| Dundu | West | 3.82 km |
| Gagoli | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Raghupur | North-East | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kachhar
Kachhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.7 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 Rajpur to Kachhar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Kachhar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kachhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kachhar
Where is Kachhar located?
Kachhar village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachhar is Kakani.
What is the pincode of Kachhar?
The pincode of Kachhar is 497101.
What is the population of Kachhar?
Kachhar has a total population of 1,016, including 491 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Kachhar?
There are 237 households in Kachhar.
What is the literacy rate in Kachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachhar is 45.18%. Male literacy is 54.58% and female literacy is 36.38%.