Kesara - Mainpat, Surguja
Kesara is a village situated in the Mainpat tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narbadapur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Kesara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesara is 433551. The village covers a total geographical area of 1256.67 hectares and falls under the 497001 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kesara 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 Kesara
As per Census 2011, Kesara village has a total population of 1,834 people, consisting of 921 males and 913 females. The village has 369 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 820 literate and 1,014 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,219 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kesara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,834 | 921 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 202 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,219 | 609 | 610 |
| Literate Population | 820 | 500 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,014 | 421 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Kesara
Kesara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathrai | North | 2.12 km |
| Lurena | North | 3.45 km |
| Kudaridih | East | 3.89 km |
| Kamleshwarpur | North | 4.83 km |
| Sarbhanja | North-West | 5.34 km |
| Kumarta | South-East | 5.84 km |
| Barima | East | 6.40 km |
| Ropakhar | North-East | 6.94 km |
| Laleya | West | 7.51 km |
| Asgawan | North-West | 7.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kesara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kesara. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Kesara is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Kesara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kesara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesara 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 Kesara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kesara
Where is Kesara located?
Kesara village is located in Mainpat Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kesara?
Kesara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kesara?
The pincode of Kesara is 497001.
What is the population of Kesara?
Kesara has a total population of 1,834, including 921 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Kesara?
There are 369 households in Kesara.
What is the literacy rate in Kesara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesara is 44.71%. Male literacy is 54.29% and female literacy is 35.05%.