Kachri - Langate, Kupwara
Kachri is a village situated in the Langate tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Handwara and around 25 km from Kupwara. Khanoo Babagund serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kachri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachri is 000184. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.5 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kachri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kachri
According to the 2011 Census, Kachri village had a total population of 426 people, including 224 males and 202 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.55%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 62.80%.
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 | 426 | 224 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 150 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 74 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Kachri
Kachri 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 Kachri
Kachri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Handwara to Kachri is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Kachri is about 25 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 Kachri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachri 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 Kachri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kachri
Where is Kachri located?
Kachri village is located in Langate Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kachri?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kachri is Khanoo Babagund.
What is the pincode of Kachri?
The pincode of Kachri is 193302.
What is the population of Kachri?
Kachri had a total population of 426, including 224 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Kachri?
Kachri had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachri was 73.55%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 62.80%.