Kakdawa - Kukshi, Dhar
Kakdawa is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Kakadwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakdawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakdawa is 475371. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.77 hectares and falls under the 454221 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kakdawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kakdawa
As per Census 2011, Kakdawa village has a total population of 967 people, consisting of 468 males and 499 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 925 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 938 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kakdawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 967 | 468 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 95 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 938 | 455 | 483 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 31 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 925 | 437 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Kakdawa
Kakdawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhadawad | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Bagoli | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Jhai | North | 2.04 km |
| Ghuddaliya | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Karchat | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Ranjeetgarh | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Jhadamli | North | 3.04 km |
| Chamjhar | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Guradiya | North | 3.58 km |
| Gadarawad | North-East | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kakdawa
Public transport in the Kakdawa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kukshi to Kakdawa is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Kakdawa is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakdawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakdawa 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 Kakdawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakdawa 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kakdawa
Where is Kakdawa located?
Kakdawa village is located in Kukshi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakdawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakdawa is Kakadwa.
What is the pincode of Kakdawa?
The pincode of Kakdawa is 454221.
What is the population of Kakdawa?
Kakdawa has a total population of 967, including 468 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Kakdawa?
There are 198 households in Kakdawa.
What is the literacy rate in Kakdawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakdawa is 4.34%. Male literacy is 6.62% and female literacy is 2.20%.