Kachnara - Gunnor, Panna
Kachnara is a village situated in the Gunnor tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunnor and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Surdaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachnara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachnara is 458925. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.79 hectares and falls under the 488059 pincode. Panna is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kachnara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kachnara
According to the 2011 Census, Kachnara village had a total population of 255 people, including 128 males and 127 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 79.83% and female literacy at 55.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 255 | 128 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 9 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 95 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 33 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Kachnara
Kachnara 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 Kachnara
Kachnara 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 <5 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 Panna to Kachnara is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachnara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachnara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kachnara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachnara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kachnara
Where is Kachnara located?
Kachnara village is located in Gunnor Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kachnara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachnara is Surdaha.
What is the pincode of Kachnara?
The pincode of Kachnara is 488059.
What is the population of Kachnara?
Kachnara had a total population of 255, including 128 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Kachnara?
Kachnara had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachnara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachnara was 68.42%. Male literacy was 79.83% and female literacy was 55.96%.