Kachhera - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Kachhera is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Majhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachhera is 011470. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.88 hectares and falls under the 176076 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Kachhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kachhera
According to the 2011 Census, Kachhera village had a total population of 227 people, including 105 males and 122 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.84%, with male literacy at 94.68% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221.
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 | 227 | 105 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 103 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 16 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Kachhera
Kachhera 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 Kachhera
Kachhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Kachhera 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 Kachhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kachhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kachhera
Where is Kachhera located?
Kachhera village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kachhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachhera is Majhera.
What is the pincode of Kachhera?
The pincode of Kachhera is 176076.
What is the population of Kachhera?
Kachhera had a total population of 227, including 105 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Kachhera?
Kachhera had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachhera was 82.84%. Male literacy was 94.68% and female literacy was 72.73%.