Kanchri
Kanchri is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kaneri is the gram panchayat of Kanchri village.
Kanchri has its own place in the vibrant Jammu 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 Kanchri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanchri is 005427. The village spans a total geographical area of 552 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181206. Akhnoor is nearest town to Kanchri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Kanchri
Population of Kanchri
Below is a concise population overview of Kanchri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 294 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 193 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 101 | 138 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanchri village:
- The total population of Kanchri village is around 545, including approximately 294 males and 251 females, with a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 85 children aged 0–6 years in Kanchri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanchri village has 87 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 36 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanchri village is about 56.15%, with male literacy at 65.65% and female literacy at 45.02%.
- There are around 99 households in Kanchri village.
Connectivity of Kanchri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanchri. As per the 2011 stats, Kanchri 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 Kanchri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanchri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanchri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanchri
- Where is Kanchri located?
- Kanchri village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanchri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanchri is Kaneri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanchri?
- The pincode of Kanchri is 181206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanchri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanchri is 545, with 294 males and 251 females.
- How many households are there in Kanchri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanchri village has a total of 99 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanchri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanchri is 56.15%. The male literacy rate is 65.65%, while the female literacy rate is 45.02%.