Kuchal
Kuchal is a village located in Chhatroo tehsil of Kishtwar district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chattroo (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Kishtwar. As per 2009 stats, Kuchhal C is the gram panchayat of Kuchal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kuchal unique in its vibrant Chhatroo-Kishtwar region. You’ll see Kuchal’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 Kuchal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuchal is 004765. The village spans a total geographical area of 3539.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182205. Kishtwar is nearest town to Kuchal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Kuchal
Population of Kuchal
According to the 2011 Census, Kuchal has a total population of about 4,688, with approximately 2,399 males and 2,289 females. The sex ratio is around 954 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,051 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 556. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.11%, with male literacy at about 36.02% and female literacy near 15.73%. There are around 977 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuchal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,688 | 2,399 | 2,289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,051 | 550 | 501 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 556 | 287 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 1,224 | 864 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,464 | 1,535 | 1,929 |
Connectivity of Kuchal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuchal. As per the 2011 stats, Kuchal 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 Kuchal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuchal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuchal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuchal
- Where is Kuchal located?
- Kuchal village is situated in Chhatroo Tehsil, within the Kishtwar district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuchal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kuchal is Kuchhal C (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kuchal?
- The pincode of Kuchal is 182205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuchal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuchal is 4,688, with 2,399 males and 2,289 females.
- How many households are there in Kuchal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuchal village has a total of 977 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuchal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuchal is 26.11%. The male literacy rate is 36.02%, while the female literacy rate is 15.73%.