Ancha - Chenani, Udhampur
Ancha is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Lower Kud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ancha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ancha is 004985. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.4 hectares and falls under the 182142 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Ancha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ancha
According to the 2011 Census, Ancha village had a total population of 308 people, including 175 males and 133 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 760 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.03%, with male literacy at 81.88% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 308 | 175 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 37 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 43 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 113 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 62 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Ancha
Ancha 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 Ancha
Public transport in the Ancha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chenani to Ancha is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Ancha is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ancha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ancha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ancha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ancha 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 Ancha
Where is Ancha located?
Ancha village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ancha?
The Gram Panchayat of Ancha is Lower Kud.
What is the pincode of Ancha?
The pincode of Ancha is 182142.
What is the population of Ancha?
Ancha had a total population of 308, including 175 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Ancha?
Ancha had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ancha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ancha was 71.03%. Male literacy was 81.88% and female literacy was 57.89%.