Kacheer - Ramkote, Kathua
Kacheer is a village situated in the Ramkote tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Billawar and around 70 km from Kathua. Kasheer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kacheer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kacheer is 001674. The village covers a total geographical area of 623 hectares and falls under the 184210 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kacheer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Billawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kacheer
According to the 2011 Census, Kacheer village had a total population of 1,399 people, including 732 males and 667 females, living in 252 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.55%, with male literacy at 79.22% and female literacy at 56.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 241, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 1,399 | 732 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 87 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 124 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 824 | 511 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 221 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Kacheer
Kacheer 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 Kacheer
Public transport in the Kacheer is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kacheer.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Billawar to Kacheer is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Kacheer is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kacheer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kacheer 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 Kacheer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kacheer village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kacheer
Where is Kacheer located?
Kacheer village is located in Ramkote Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kacheer?
The Gram Panchayat of Kacheer is Kasheer.
What is the pincode of Kacheer?
The pincode of Kacheer is 184210.
What is the population of Kacheer?
Kacheer had a total population of 1,399, including 732 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Kacheer?
Kacheer had 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kacheer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kacheer was 68.55%. Male literacy was 79.22% and female literacy was 56.19%.