Kakarha Kalan - Churhat, Sidhi
Kakarha Kalan is a village situated in the Churhat tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Churhat and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Saliaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakarha Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakarha Kalan is 502504. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.9 hectares and falls under the 486771 pincode. Churhat is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kakarha Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kakarha Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kakarha Kalan village had a total population of 156 people, including 84 males and 72 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.20%, with male literacy at 87.32% and female literacy at 74.19%.
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 | 156 | 84 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 62 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 22 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Kakarha Kalan
Kakarha Kalan 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 Kakarha Kalan
Kakarha Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Churhat to Kakarha Kalan is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Kakarha Kalan is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakarha Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakarha Kalan 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kakarha Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakarha Kalan 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 Kakarha Kalan
Where is Kakarha Kalan located?
Kakarha Kalan village is located in Churhat Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kakarha Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakarha Kalan is Saliaya.
What is the pincode of Kakarha Kalan?
The pincode of Kakarha Kalan is 486771.
What is the population of Kakarha Kalan?
Kakarha Kalan had a total population of 156, including 84 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Kakarha Kalan?
Kakarha Kalan had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakarha Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakarha Kalan was 81.20%. Male literacy was 87.32% and female literacy was 74.19%.