Kachura - Majhgawan, Satna
Kachura is a village situated in the Majhgawan tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhgawan and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Lalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachura is 463323. The village covers a total geographical area of 982.8 hectares and falls under the 485226 pincode. Kothi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kachura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kachura
According to the 2011 Census, Kachura village had a total population of 189 people, including 106 males and 83 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 783 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.69%, with male literacy at 59.34% and female literacy at 37.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 187.
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 | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 105 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 54 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 52 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Kachura
Kachura 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 Kachura
Kachura 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 >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 Kothi to Kachura is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Kachura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kachura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kachura
Where is Kachura located?
Kachura village is located in Majhgawan Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachura is Lalpur.
What is the pincode of Kachura?
The pincode of Kachura is 485226.
What is the population of Kachura?
Kachura had a total population of 189, including 106 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Kachura?
Kachura had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachura was 49.69%. Male literacy was 59.34% and female literacy was 37.14%.