Kachardengan - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Kachardengan is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Alatara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachardengan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachardengan is 422430. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kachardengan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kachardengan
According to the 2011 Census, Kachardengan village had a total population of 257 people, including 139 males and 118 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.32%, with male literacy at 91.06% and female literacy at 57.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 257 | 139 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 112 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 27 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Kachardengan
Kachardengan 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 Kachardengan
Kachardengan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kesinga to Kachardengan is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kachardengan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachardengan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachardengan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kachardengan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachardengan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kachardengan
Where is Kachardengan located?
Kachardengan village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kachardengan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachardengan is Alatara.
What is the pincode of Kachardengan?
The pincode of Kachardengan is 766102.
What is the population of Kachardengan?
Kachardengan had a total population of 257, including 139 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Kachardengan?
Kachardengan had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachardengan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachardengan was 75.32%. Male literacy was 91.06% and female literacy was 57.41%.