Kashibahal - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Kashibahal is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kashibahal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kashibahal is 424057. The village covers a total geographical area of 1171 hectares and falls under the 766019 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kashibahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kashibahal
As per Census 2011, Kashibahal village has a total population of 3,535 people, consisting of 1,691 males and 1,844 females. The village has 941 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 440 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,755 literate and 1,780 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 730 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kashibahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,535 | 1,691 | 1,844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 197 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 173 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 730 | 352 | 378 |
| Literate Population | 1,755 | 1,057 | 698 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,780 | 634 | 1,146 |
Nearby Villages of Kashibahal
Kashibahal 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 Kashibahal
Kashibahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Junagarh to Kashibahal is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kashibahal is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kashibahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kashibahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kashibahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kashibahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kashibahal
Where is Kashibahal located?
Kashibahal village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kashibahal?
Kashibahal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kashibahal?
The pincode of Kashibahal is 766019.
What is the population of Kashibahal?
Kashibahal has a total population of 3,535, including 1,691 males and 1,844 females.
How many households are there in Kashibahal?
There are 941 households in Kashibahal.
What is the literacy rate in Kashibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kashibahal is 49.65%. Male literacy is 62.51% and female literacy is 37.85%.