Kencha

Kencha is a village located in Thathri tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Thathri (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Kencha Bitola is the gram panchayat of Kencha village.

Kencha has its own place in the vibrant Doda 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 Kencha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kencha is 004294. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Thathri is nearest town to Kencha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

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Population of Kencha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 754 385 369
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 145 69 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 130 69 61
Literate Population 330 213 117
Illiterate Population 424 172 252

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

  • The total population of Kencha village is around 754, including approximately 385 males and 369 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Kencha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kencha village has 130 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kencha village is about 43.77%, with male literacy at 55.32% and female literacy at 31.71%.
  • There are around 142 households in Kencha village.

Connectivity of Kencha

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

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

Nearby Villages of Kencha

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kencha

Where is Kencha located?
Kencha village is situated in Thathri Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kencha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kencha is Kencha Bitola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kencha?
The pincode of Kencha is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kencha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kencha is 754, with 385 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Kencha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kencha village has a total of 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kencha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kencha is 43.77%. The male literacy rate is 55.32%, while the female literacy rate is 31.71%.