Kacharkona - Tendukheda, Narsimhapur
Kacharkona is a village situated in the Tendukheda tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tendukheda and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Kacharkona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kacharkona is 491494. The village covers a total geographical area of 991.11 hectares and falls under the 487777 pincode. Tendukheda is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kacharkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kacharkona
As per Census 2011, Kacharkona village has a total population of 2,074 people, consisting of 1,069 males and 1,005 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,299 literate and 775 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kacharkona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,074 | 1,069 | 1,005 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 109 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 788 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 775 | 281 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Kacharkona
Kacharkona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tekapar | West | 2.68 km |
| Kunda | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Kalhedi | South | 3.06 km |
| Ishurpur | East | 3.18 km |
| Imjhira | North | 3.21 km |
| Sunheti | West | 3.24 km |
| Umarpani(amarpani) | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Umaha | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Dobhi | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Gangai | South-West | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kacharkona
Kacharkona is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bohani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tendukheda to Kacharkona is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Kacharkona is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kacharkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kacharkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kacharkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kacharkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kacharkona
Where is Kacharkona located?
Kacharkona village is located in Tendukheda Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kacharkona?
Kacharkona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kacharkona?
The pincode of Kacharkona is 487777.
What is the population of Kacharkona?
Kacharkona has a total population of 2,074, including 1,069 males and 1,005 females.
How many households are there in Kacharkona?
There are 514 households in Kacharkona.
What is the literacy rate in Kacharkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kacharkona is 62.63%. Male literacy is 73.71% and female literacy is 50.85%.