Kachhgawan
Kachhgawan is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kachhgawan village. As per 2009 stats, Kachhagavan Joba is the gram panchayat of Kachhgawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kachhgawan unique in its vibrant Murwara-Katni region. You’ll see Kachhgawan’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 Kachhgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kachhgawan is 488094. The village spans a total geographical area of 395.2 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Kachhgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kachhgawan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kachhgawan
Population of Kachhgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Kachhgawan has a total population of about 1,337, with approximately 673 males and 664 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 253 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 132 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 666. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.01%, with male literacy at about 49.03% and female literacy near 36.90%. There are around 328 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kachhgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,337 | 673 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 139 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 666 | 325 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 330 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 343 | 419 |
Connectivity of Kachhgawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kachhgawan. As per the 2011 stats, Kachhgawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kachhgawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kachhgawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kachhgawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kachhgawan
- Where is Kachhgawan located?
- Kachhgawan village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kachhgawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kachhgawan is Kachhagavan Joba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kachhgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kachhgawan is 1,337, with 673 males and 664 females.
- How many households are there in Kachhgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kachhgawan village has a total of 328 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kachhgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kachhgawan is 43.01%. The male literacy rate is 49.03%, while the female literacy rate is 36.90%.