Kachnath - Piro, Bhojpur
Kachnath is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Sukhrauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachnath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachnath is 247374. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 802204 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kachnath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kachnath
As per Census 2011, Kachnath village has a total population of 1,769 people, consisting of 932 males and 837 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 979 literate and 790 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kachnath are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,769 | 932 | 837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 180 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 619 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 313 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Kachnath
Kachnath 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 Kachnath
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kachnath. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kachnath.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Kachnath is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Kachnath is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachnath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachnath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kachnath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachnath 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kachnath
Where is Kachnath located?
Kachnath village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachnath?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachnath is Sukhrauli.
What is the pincode of Kachnath?
The pincode of Kachnath is 802204.
What is the population of Kachnath?
Kachnath has a total population of 1,769, including 932 males and 837 females.
How many households are there in Kachnath?
There are 280 households in Kachnath.
What is the literacy rate in Kachnath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachnath is 55.34%. Male literacy is 66.42% and female literacy is 43.01%.