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.
Here you can discover what makes Kanchri unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Kanchri’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanchri has a total population of about 545, with approximately 294 males and 251 females. The sex ratio is around 853 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 87 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 36. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.15%, with male literacy at about 65.65% and female literacy near 45.02%. There are around 99 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanchri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.