Achher
About Achher
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Achher village is 004381. Achher village is located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Gandoh (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Achhair is the gram panchayat of Achher village.
The total geographical area of village is 73.7 hectares. Achher has a total population of 961 peoples, out of which male population is 500 while female population is 461. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 922 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of achher village is 53.49% out of which 67.20% males and 38.61% females are literate. There are about 212 houses in achher village. Pincode of achher village locality is 182203.
When it comes to administration, Achher village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Achher village comes under Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency. Doda is nearest town to achher village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Achher
The population details of Achher cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 | 500 | 461 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 160 | 81 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 514 | 336 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 164 | 283 |
Connectivity of Achher
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Achher
Where is Achher located?
Achher village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Achher?
The Gram Panchayat of Achher is Achhair (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Achher?
The pincode of Achher is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Achher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Achher is 961, with 500 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Achher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Achher village has a total of 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Achher as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Achher is 53.49%. The male literacy rate is 67.20%, while the female literacy rate is 38.61%.