Kenchan

Kenchan is a village located in Boniyar tehsil of Baramula district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Boniyar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Baramulla.

Kenchan has its own place in the vibrant Baramula 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 Kenchan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kenchan is 002577. The village spans a total geographical area of 46.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193501. Uri is nearest town to Kenchan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Kenchan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 636 319 317
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 174 95 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 10 2 8
Literate Population 199 117 82
Illiterate Population 437 202 235

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

  • The total population of Kenchan village is around 636, including approximately 319 males and 317 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 174 children aged 0–6 years in Kenchan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kenchan village has 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kenchan village is about 31.29%, with male literacy at 36.68% and female literacy at 25.87%.
  • There are around 114 households in Kenchan village.

Connectivity of Kenchan

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kenchan

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

Chahal Aithshm Pora Azad Pora Now Gram Ram Poor Niloosa Bandi Brahmanan Manchi Krand Mahura Uranbowa Boniyar

Frequently Asked Questions about Kenchan

Where is Kenchan located?
Kenchan village is situated in Boniyar Tehsil, within the Baramula district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Kenchan?
The pincode of Kenchan is 193501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kenchan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kenchan is 636, with 319 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Kenchan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kenchan village has a total of 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kenchan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kenchan is 31.29%. The male literacy rate is 36.68%, while the female literacy rate is 25.87%.