Kasda - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Kasda is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Naikahwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasda is 503391. The village covers a total geographical area of 514.09 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Kasda 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 Kasda
According to the 2011 Census, Kasda village had a total population of 770 people, including 430 males and 340 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 791 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.43%, with male literacy at 79.66% and female literacy at 51.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 489.
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 | 770 | 430 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 489 | 274 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 278 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 152 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Kasda
Kasda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naikhawa | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Bhurtiyatola | North | 2.19 km |
| Rakhsahat | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Lohada | South | 3.63 km |
| Bakiya | West | 4.11 km |
| Kyontaly | East | 4.43 km |
| Phuthadwa | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Machi Khurd | South-West | 4.75 km |
| Bhuidharwa | North-East | 5.11 km |
| Tiliya | North-West | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kasda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kasda. The nearest railway station is Khuldil Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.7 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 Kasda 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 Kasda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kasda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasda 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 Kasda
Where is Kasda located?
Kasda village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kasda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasda is Naikahwa.
What is the pincode of Kasda?
The pincode of Kasda is 486882.
What is the population of Kasda?
Kasda had a total population of 770, including 430 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Kasda?
Kasda had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasda was 67.43%. Male literacy was 79.66% and female literacy was 51.32%.