Only US$ 4.60? That is super cheap.That kit is way to complex for you. This is what you need http://robokits.co.in/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=6_64&products_id=64
I used this one locally. Costs me US$13.00. And USB cable is optional....
http://www.cytron.com.my/viewProduct.php?pcode=UC00A&name=USB%20to%20UART%20Converter
The driver and sample codes are there for you to download.
It also directly supports the 16F877A in a startup kits SK40C. And the software for UART & LCD interfacing is also there in the doc section for downloading.
http://www.cytron.com.my/viewProduct.php?pcode=SK40C&name=Enhanced%2040%20pins%20PIC%20Start-Up%20Kit
Allen
p/s I have no connection with this company whatsoever.