Kadnai - Mainpat, Surguja
Kadnai is a village situated in the Mainpat tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narbadapur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Kadnai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadnai is 433542. The village covers a total geographical area of 1536.1 hectares and falls under the 497001 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kadnai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadnai
As per Census 2011, Kadnai village has a total population of 1,363 people, consisting of 642 males and 721 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 1,123 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 1,134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,225 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadnai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,363 | 642 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 104 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,225 | 578 | 647 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 124 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,134 | 518 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Kadnai
Kadnai 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 Kadnai
Kadnai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ambikapur to Kadnai is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadnai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadnai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kadnai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadnai 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kadnai
Where is Kadnai located?
Kadnai village is located in Mainpat Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadnai?
Kadnai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kadnai?
The pincode of Kadnai is 497001.
What is the population of Kadnai?
Kadnai has a total population of 1,363, including 642 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Kadnai?
There are 287 households in Kadnai.
What is the literacy rate in Kadnai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadnai is 16.80%. Male literacy is 19.31% and female literacy is 14.56%.