Kalhawa (Kathahawa) - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Kalhawa (Kathahawa) is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Newari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalhawa (Kathahawa) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalhawa (Kathahawa) is 503356. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.22 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Kalhawa (Kathahawa) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalhawa (Kathahawa)
As per Census 2011, Kalhawa (Kathahawa) village has a total population of 181 people, consisting of 101 males and 80 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 792 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalhawa (Kathahawa) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 101 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 92 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 85 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 16 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Kalhawa (Kathahawa)
Kalhawa (Kathahawa) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Newari | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Khamhardih | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Bachhnar (bagdara) | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Ledpurwa | South | 3.64 km |
| Dipwa | South | 4.35 km |
| Kulakwar | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Matawar | North | 5.12 km |
| Chaura | West | 5.21 km |
| Baheri | South-West | 5.26 km |
| Chhataini | South | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalhawa (Kathahawa)
Kalhawa (Kathahawa) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.8 km.
| 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 Singrauli to Kalhawa (Kathahawa) is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalhawa (Kathahawa)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalhawa (Kathahawa) 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalhawa (Kathahawa)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalhawa (Kathahawa) 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 Kalhawa (Kathahawa)
Where is Kalhawa (Kathahawa) located?
Kalhawa (Kathahawa) village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalhawa (Kathahawa)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalhawa (Kathahawa) is Newari.
What is the pincode of Kalhawa (Kathahawa)?
The pincode of Kalhawa (Kathahawa) is 486882.
What is the population of Kalhawa (Kathahawa)?
Kalhawa (Kathahawa) has a total population of 181, including 101 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Kalhawa (Kathahawa)?
There are 41 households in Kalhawa (Kathahawa).
What is the literacy rate in Kalhawa (Kathahawa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalhawa (Kathahawa) is 88.40%. Male literacy is 84.16% and female literacy is 93.75%.