Kachwari - Khansahib, Budgam
Kachwari is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Khansahib and around 23 km from Budgam. Dragger serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachwari is 000621. The village covers a total geographical area of 751.1 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kachwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kachwari
As per Census 2011, Kachwari village has a total population of 8,637 people, consisting of 4,446 males and 4,191 females. The village has 1,178 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,702 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,450 literate and 6,187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,710 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kachwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,637 | 4,446 | 4,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,702 | 1,346 | 1,356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,710 | 1,355 | 1,355 |
| Literate Population | 2,450 | 1,561 | 889 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,187 | 2,885 | 3,302 |
Nearby Villages of Kachwari
Kachwari is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kachwari
Kachwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khansahib to Kachwari is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Kachwari is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kachwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kachwari
Where is Kachwari located?
Kachwari village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachwari is Dragger.
What is the pincode of Kachwari?
The pincode of Kachwari is 191111.
What is the population of Kachwari?
Kachwari has a total population of 8,637, including 4,446 males and 4,191 females.
How many households are there in Kachwari?
There are 1,178 households in Kachwari.
What is the literacy rate in Kachwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachwari is 28.37%. Male literacy is 35.11% and female literacy is 21.21%.