Kahachuan - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Kahachuan is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Chhatam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kahachuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kahachuan is 384246. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kahachuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kahachuan
According to the 2011 Census, Kahachuan village had a total population of 637 people, including 307 males and 330 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.98%, with male literacy at 74.80% and female literacy at 55.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 620.
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 | 637 | 307 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 620 | 297 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 187 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 120 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Kahachuan
Kahachuan 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 Kahachuan
Public transport in the Kahachuan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rajagangapur to Kahachuan is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kahachuan is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kahachuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kahachuan 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 Kahachuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kahachuan 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 Kahachuan
Where is Kahachuan located?
Kahachuan village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kahachuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kahachuan is Chhatam.
What is the pincode of Kahachuan?
The pincode of Kahachuan is 770017.
What is the population of Kahachuan?
Kahachuan had a total population of 637, including 307 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Kahachuan?
Kahachuan had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kahachuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kahachuan was 64.98%. Male literacy was 74.80% and female literacy was 55.68%.