Raja Kachhar - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Raja Kachhar is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Raja Kachhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raja Kachhar is 490595. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.7 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Raja Kachhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raja Kachhar
As per Census 2011, Raja Kachhar village has a total population of 791 people, consisting of 416 males and 375 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 601 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raja Kachhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | 416 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 43 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 92 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 32 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 338 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 78 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Raja Kachhar
Raja Kachhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamhnoda | North | 1.19 km |
| Hiranpur | South | 1.35 km |
| Tirka | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Sankli | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Bichhiya | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Deonagar | East | 2.72 km |
| Imaliya | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Chandan Kheda | South | 2.94 km |
| Kamta | North | 2.99 km |
| Barpani | East | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raja Kachhar
Raja Kachhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karak Bel, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Raja Kachhar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Raja Kachhar is about 35 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 Raja Kachhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raja Kachhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raja Kachhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raja Kachhar 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 Raja Kachhar
Where is Raja Kachhar located?
Raja Kachhar village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raja Kachhar?
Raja Kachhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raja Kachhar?
The pincode of Raja Kachhar is 487118.
What is the population of Raja Kachhar?
Raja Kachhar has a total population of 791, including 416 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Raja Kachhar?
There are 186 households in Raja Kachhar.
What is the literacy rate in Raja Kachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raja Kachhar is 75.98%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 70.13%.