Kachhota - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Kachhota is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Saidal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachhota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachhota is 520012. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.07 hectares and falls under the 391761 pincode. Vaghodia is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kachhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaghodia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kachhota
According to the 2011 Census, Kachhota village had a total population of 263 people, including 143 males and 120 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.08%, with male literacy at 89.92% and female literacy at 70.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 263 | 143 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 107 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 36 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Kachhota
Kachhota 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 Kachhota
Kachhota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vaghodia to Kachhota is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Kachhota is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachhota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kachhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachhota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kachhota
Where is Kachhota located?
Kachhota village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kachhota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachhota is Saidal.
What is the pincode of Kachhota?
The pincode of Kachhota is 391761.
What is the population of Kachhota?
Kachhota had a total population of 263, including 143 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Kachhota?
Kachhota had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachhota was 81.08%. Male literacy was 89.92% and female literacy was 70.87%.