Kachelaku - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Kachelaku is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Lubengada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachelaku village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachelaku is 422555. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Kachelaku 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 Kachelaku
According to the 2011 Census, Kachelaku village had a total population of 48 people, including 20 males and 28 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,400 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.41%, with male literacy at 13.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 18 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Kachelaku
Kachelaku 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 Kachelaku
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kachelaku.
| 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 Kesinga to Kachelaku is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kachelaku is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachelaku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachelaku 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 Kachelaku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachelaku 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 Kachelaku
Where is Kachelaku located?
Kachelaku village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kachelaku?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachelaku is Lubengada.
What is the pincode of Kachelaku?
The pincode of Kachelaku is 766102.
What is the population of Kachelaku?
Kachelaku had a total population of 48, including 20 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Kachelaku?
Kachelaku had 11 households.