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. Kachwari A serves as the Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kachwari village had a total population of 8,637 people, including 4,446 males and 4,191 females, living in 1,178 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.28%, with male literacy at 50.35% and female literacy at 31.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,710.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,637 | 4,446 | 4,191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,702 | 1,346 | 1,356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Kachwari?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kachwari is Kachwari A.
What is the pincode of Kachwari?
The pincode of Kachwari is 191111.
What is the population of Kachwari?
Kachwari had a total population of 8,637, including 4,446 males and 4,191 females.
How many households are there in Kachwari?
Kachwari had 1,178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachwari was 41.28%. Male literacy was 50.35% and female literacy was 31.36%.