Kachhir
Kachhir is a village located in Billawar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Billawar (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Kathua.
Here you can discover what makes Kachhir unique in its vibrant Billawar-Kathua region. You’ll see Kachhir’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 Kachhir
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kachhir is 001674. The village spans a total geographical area of 623 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184205. Billawar is nearest town to Kachhir village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kachhir
Population of Kachhir
According to the 2011 Census, Kachhir has a total population of about 1,399, with approximately 732 males and 667 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 241 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 124. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.90%, with male literacy at about 69.81% and female literacy near 46.93%. There are around 252 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kachhir's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,399 | 732 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 87 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 124 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 824 | 511 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 221 | 354 |
Connectivity of Kachhir
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kachhir. As per the 2011 stats, Kachhir 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 Kachhir
Knowing the nearby villages of Kachhir helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kachhir.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kachhir
- Where is Kachhir located?
- Kachhir village is situated in Billawar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Kachhir?
- The pincode of Kachhir is 184205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kachhir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kachhir is 1,399, with 732 males and 667 females.
- How many households are there in Kachhir as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kachhir village has a total of 252 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kachhir as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kachhir is 58.90%. The male literacy rate is 69.81%, while the female literacy rate is 46.93%.