Kakoda - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Kakoda is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Rajgarha Diwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakoda is 506136. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.34 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kakoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kakoda
As per Census 2011, Kakoda village has a total population of 958 people, consisting of 481 males and 477 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 273 literate and 685 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 939 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kakoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 481 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 135 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 939 | 474 | 465 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 165 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 316 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Kakoda
Kakoda 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 Kakoda
Kakoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandhana to Kakoda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Kakoda 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 Kakoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kakoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakoda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kakoda
Where is Kakoda located?
Kakoda village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakoda is Rajgarha Diwal.
What is the pincode of Kakoda?
The pincode of Kakoda is 450001.
What is the population of Kakoda?
Kakoda has a total population of 958, including 481 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Kakoda?
There are 196 households in Kakoda.
What is the literacy rate in Kakoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakoda is 28.50%. Male literacy is 34.30% and female literacy is 22.64%.