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.
Here you can discover what makes Kencha unique in its vibrant Thathri-Doda region. You’ll see Kencha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Kencha
Population of Kencha
According to the 2011 Census, Kencha has a total population of about 754, with approximately 385 males and 369 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 145 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 130. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.77%, with male literacy at about 55.32% and female literacy near 31.71%. There are around 142 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kencha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.