Kahara - Brahmagiri, Puri
Kahara is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Raididhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kahara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kahara is 409940. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kahara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kahara
According to the 2011 Census, Kahara village had a total population of 74 people, including 42 males and 32 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 762 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.71%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 76.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 10 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 10 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Kahara
Kahara 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 Kahara
Public transport in the Kahara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Kahara is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kahara is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kahara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kahara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kahara
Where is Kahara located?
Kahara village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kahara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kahara is Raididhara.
What is the pincode of Kahara?
The pincode of Kahara is 752011.
What is the population of Kahara?
Kahara had a total population of 74, including 42 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Kahara?
Kahara had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kahara was 88.71%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 76.67%.