Kachnambal - Kangan, Ganderbal
Kachnambal is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Kachnambal-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachnambal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachnambal is 002896. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.1 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kachnambal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kachnambal
As per Census 2011, Kachnambal village has a total population of 2,591 people, consisting of 1,387 males and 1,204 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 644 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,223 literate and 1,368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,660 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kachnambal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,591 | 1,387 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 344 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,660 | 889 | 771 |
| Literate Population | 1,223 | 723 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,368 | 664 | 704 |
Nearby Villages of Kachnambal
Kachnambal 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 Kachnambal
Kachnambal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ganderbal to Kachnambal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Kachnambal is about 16 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 Kachnambal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachnambal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kachnambal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachnambal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kachnambal
Where is Kachnambal located?
Kachnambal village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachnambal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachnambal is Kachnambal-a.
What is the pincode of Kachnambal?
The pincode of Kachnambal is 191202.
What is the population of Kachnambal?
Kachnambal has a total population of 2,591, including 1,387 males and 1,204 females.
How many households are there in Kachnambal?
There are 347 households in Kachnambal.
What is the literacy rate in Kachnambal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachnambal is 47.20%. Male literacy is 52.13% and female literacy is 41.53%.