Kachhua - Kusheshwar Asthan, Darbhanga
Kachhua is a village situated in the Kusheshwar Asthan subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusheshwar Asthan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Harinagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachhua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachhua is 227871. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 848213 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kachhua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kachhua
As per Census 2011, Kachhua village has a total population of 1,444 people, consisting of 762 males and 682 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 585 literate and 859 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kachhua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,444 | 762 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 162 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 122 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 418 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 859 | 344 | 515 |
Nearby Villages of Kachhua
Kachhua 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 Kachhua
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kachhua. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kachhua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rosera to Kachhua is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Kachhua 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 Kachhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachhua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kachhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachhua 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kachhua
Where is Kachhua located?
Kachhua village is located in Kusheshwar Asthan Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachhua is Harinagar.
What is the pincode of Kachhua?
The pincode of Kachhua is 848213.
What is the population of Kachhua?
Kachhua has a total population of 1,444, including 762 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Kachhua?
There are 267 households in Kachhua.
What is the literacy rate in Kachhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachhua is 40.51%. Male literacy is 54.86% and female literacy is 24.49%.