Kachri
Kachri is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Khanoo Babagund is the gram panchayat of Kachri village.
Here you can discover what makes Kachri unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Kachri’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 Kachri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kachri is 000184. The village spans a total geographical area of 63.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Kachri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kachri
Population of Kachri
According to the 2011 Census, Kachri has a total population of about 426, with approximately 224 males and 202 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.39%, with male literacy at about 66.96% and female literacy near 50.99%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kachri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 224 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 253 | 150 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 74 | 99 |
Connectivity of Kachri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kachri. As per the 2011 stats, Kachri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kachri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kachri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kachri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kachri
- Where is Kachri located?
- Kachri village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kachri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kachri is Khanoo Babagund (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kachri?
- The pincode of Kachri is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kachri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kachri is 426, with 224 males and 202 females.
- How many households are there in Kachri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kachri village has a total of 60 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kachri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kachri is 59.39%. The male literacy rate is 66.96%, while the female literacy rate is 50.99%.