Kedma
Kedma is a village located in Udaypur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Udaipur (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Kedma village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kedma unique in its vibrant Udaypur-Surguja region. You’ll see Kedma’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kedma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kedma is 433226. The village spans a total geographical area of 1033.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Ambikapur is nearest town to Kedma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
Google Map of Kedma
Population of Kedma
According to the 2011 Census, Kedma has a total population of about 1,126, with approximately 581 males and 545 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 43 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 534. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.37%, with male literacy at about 64.20% and female literacy near 50.09%. There are around 272 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kedma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,126 | 581 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 97 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 534 | 279 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 373 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 208 | 272 |
Connectivity of Kedma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kedma. As per the 2011 stats, Kedma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kedma
Knowing the nearby villages of Kedma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kedma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kedma
- Where is Kedma located?
- Kedma village is situated in Udaypur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kedma?
- Kedma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kedma?
- The pincode of Kedma is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kedma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kedma is 1,126, with 581 males and 545 females.
- How many households are there in Kedma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kedma village has a total of 272 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kedma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kedma is 57.37%. The male literacy rate is 64.20%, while the female literacy rate is 50.09%.