Kachnahar - Jokihat, Araria
Kachnahar is a village situated in the Jokihat subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jokihat and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Chaukata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachnahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachnahar is 222205. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 854329 pincode. Araria is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Kachnahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kachnahar
According to the 2011 Census, Kachnahar village had a total population of 949 people, including 501 males and 448 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.28%, with male literacy at 61.46% and female literacy at 46.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 949 | 501 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 104 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 244 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 257 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Kachnahar
Kachnahar 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 Kachnahar
Kachnahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Araria to Kachnahar is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachnahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachnahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kachnahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachnahar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kachnahar
Where is Kachnahar located?
Kachnahar village is located in Jokihat Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachnahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachnahar is Chaukata.
What is the pincode of Kachnahar?
The pincode of Kachnahar is 854329.
What is the population of Kachnahar?
Kachnahar had a total population of 949, including 501 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Kachnahar?
Kachnahar had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachnahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachnahar was 54.28%. Male literacy was 61.46% and female literacy was 46.15%.