Kach Dora - Shopian
Kach Dora is a village situated in the Shopian tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Shopian and around 7 km from Shopian. Kachdoora A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kach Dora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kach Dora is 003486. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.8 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kach Dora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wachi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kach Dora
According to the 2011 Census, Kach Dora village had a total population of 1,363 people, including 682 males and 681 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.89%, with male literacy at 78.61% and female literacy at 63.37%.
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 | 1,363 | 682 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 121 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 806 | 441 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 241 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Kach Dora
Kach Dora 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 Kach Dora
Kach Dora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Kach Dora is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Kach Dora is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kach Dora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kach Dora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kach Dora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kach Dora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kach Dora
Where is Kach Dora located?
Kach Dora village is located in Shopian Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kach Dora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kach Dora is Kachdoora A.
What is the pincode of Kach Dora?
The pincode of Kach Dora is 192303.
What is the population of Kach Dora?
Kach Dora had a total population of 1,363, including 682 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Kach Dora?
Kach Dora had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kach Dora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kach Dora was 70.89%. Male literacy was 78.61% and female literacy was 63.37%.