Kachrotia - Petlawad, Jhabua
Kachrotia is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Kalighati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachrotia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachrotia is 504315. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.77 hectares and falls under the 457770 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kachrotia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kachrotia
As per Census 2011, Kachrotia village has a total population of 493 people, consisting of 245 males and 248 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 191 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 485 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kachrotia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 493 | 245 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 485 | 241 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 120 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 125 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Kachrotia
Kachrotia 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 Kachrotia
Kachrotia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Kachrotia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Kachrotia is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachrotia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachrotia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kachrotia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachrotia 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kachrotia
Where is Kachrotia located?
Kachrotia village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachrotia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachrotia is Kalighati.
What is the pincode of Kachrotia?
The pincode of Kachrotia is 457770.
What is the population of Kachrotia?
Kachrotia has a total population of 493, including 245 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Kachrotia?
There are 124 households in Kachrotia.
What is the literacy rate in Kachrotia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachrotia is 38.74%. Male literacy is 48.98% and female literacy is 28.63%.