Kahachua - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Kahachua is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Rajbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kahachua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kahachua is 383687. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Kahachua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kahachua
As per Census 2011, Kahachua village has a total population of 168 people, consisting of 86 males and 82 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kahachua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 9 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 51 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 35 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Kahachua
Kahachua 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 Kahachua
Public transport in the Kahachua is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sundargarh to Kahachua is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kahachua is about 60 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 Kahachua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kahachua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kahachua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kahachua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kahachua
Where is Kahachua located?
Kahachua village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kahachua?
The Gram Panchayat of Kahachua is Rajbahal.
What is the pincode of Kahachua?
The pincode of Kahachua is 770012.
What is the population of Kahachua?
Kahachua has a total population of 168, including 86 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Kahachua?
There are 40 households in Kahachua.
What is the literacy rate in Kahachua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kahachua is 47.02%. Male literacy is 59.30% and female literacy is 34.15%.