Kachnar

Kachnar is a village located in Bakavand tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Bakawand (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kachnar village is also a gram panchayat.

Kachnar has its own place in the vibrant Bastar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kachnar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kachnar is 449453. The village spans a total geographical area of 488.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494221. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Kachnar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Kachnar

Below is a concise population overview of Kachnar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,693 838 855
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 266 130 136
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,276 636 640
Literate Population 792 471 321
Illiterate Population 901 367 534

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kachnar village:

  • The total population of Kachnar village is around 1,693, including approximately 838 males and 855 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 266 children aged 0–6 years in Kachnar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kachnar village has 1,276 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kachnar village is about 46.78%, with male literacy at 56.21% and female literacy at 37.54%.
  • There are around 414 households in Kachnar village.

Connectivity of Kachnar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kachnar. As per the 2011 stats, Kachnar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kachnar

Knowing the nearby villages of Kachnar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kachnar.

Dhodrepal Jharumargaon Bedaumargaon Cholnar Mongrapal Bhirlinga Borpadar Metawada Koalchur Alis Bamhani Dhobiguda Irikpal

Frequently Asked Questions about Kachnar

Where is Kachnar located?
Kachnar village is situated in Bakavand Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachnar?
Kachnar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kachnar?
The pincode of Kachnar is 494221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kachnar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kachnar is 1,693, with 838 males and 855 females.
How many households are there in Kachnar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kachnar village has a total of 414 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachnar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kachnar is 46.78%. The male literacy rate is 56.21%, while the female literacy rate is 37.54%.