Michewada - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Michewada is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Kodekhurse serves as the Gram Panchayat for Michewada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Michewada is 447712. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.94 hectares and falls under the 494669 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Michewada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Michewada
As per Census 2011, Michewada village has a total population of 472 people, consisting of 214 males and 258 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,205 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 298 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 411 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Michewada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 214 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 44 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 411 | 188 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 145 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 69 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Michewada
Michewada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodekurse | North | 2.07 km |
| Anhur | South | 2.16 km |
| Andhabeda | East | 2.46 km |
| Naretitola | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Paliyar | West | 2.92 km |
| Surungdah | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Nelchang | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Dargarh | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Guddatola | North | 3.92 km |
| Palvi | West | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Michewada
Michewada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanupratappur to Michewada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Michewada is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Michewada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Michewada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Michewada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Michewada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Michewada
Where is Michewada located?
Michewada village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Michewada?
The Gram Panchayat of Michewada is Kodekhurse.
What is the pincode of Michewada?
The pincode of Michewada is 494669.
What is the population of Michewada?
Michewada has a total population of 472, including 214 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Michewada?
There are 87 households in Michewada.
What is the literacy rate in Michewada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Michewada is 63.14%. Male literacy is 67.76% and female literacy is 59.30%.