Kudaridih - Mainpat, Surguja
Kudaridih is a village situated in the Mainpat tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narbadapur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Kudaridih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kudaridih is 433553. The village covers a total geographical area of 1180.56 hectares and falls under the 497001 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kudaridih 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 Kudaridih
As per Census 2011, Kudaridih village has a total population of 1,624 people, consisting of 888 males and 736 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 970 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,004 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kudaridih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,624 | 888 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 142 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,004 | 535 | 469 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 441 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 970 | 447 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Kudaridih
Kudaridih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barima | East | 2.87 km |
| Pathrai | West | 2.97 km |
| Kesara | West | 3.89 km |
| Kamleshwarpur | North-West | 3.99 km |
| Ropakhar | North | 4.56 km |
| Lurena | North-West | 5.05 km |
| Kuniya | North-East | 6.12 km |
| Uranga | South-East | 6.20 km |
| Kumarta | South | 6.21 km |
| Narbadapur | East | 7.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kudaridih
Kudaridih is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.9 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 Sitapur to Kudaridih is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Kudaridih is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kudaridih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kudaridih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kudaridih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kudaridih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kudaridih
Where is Kudaridih located?
Kudaridih village is located in Mainpat Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kudaridih?
Kudaridih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kudaridih?
The pincode of Kudaridih is 497001.
What is the population of Kudaridih?
Kudaridih has a total population of 1,624, including 888 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Kudaridih?
There are 409 households in Kudaridih.
What is the literacy rate in Kudaridih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kudaridih is 40.27%. Male literacy is 49.66% and female literacy is 28.94%.