Kachan
Kachan is a village located in Chainpur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Chainpur (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Ramgarh is the gram panchayat of Kachan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kachan unique in its vibrant Chainpur-Palamu region. You’ll see Kachan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kachan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kachan is 366747. The village spans a total geographical area of 1156.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822110. Chainpur is nearest town to Kachan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kachan
Population of Kachan
According to the 2011 Census, Kachan has a total population of about 2,229, with approximately 1,130 males and 1,099 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 446 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 467 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,034. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.51%, with male literacy at about 49.47% and female literacy near 31.30%. There are around 413 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kachan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,229 | 1,130 | 1,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 221 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 233 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,034 | 517 | 517 |
| Literate Population | 903 | 559 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,326 | 571 | 755 |
Connectivity of Kachan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kachan. As per the 2011 stats, Kachan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kachan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kachan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kachan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kachan
- Where is Kachan located?
- Kachan village is situated in Chainpur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kachan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kachan is Ramgarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kachan?
- The pincode of Kachan is 822110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kachan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kachan is 2,229, with 1,130 males and 1,099 females.
- How many households are there in Kachan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kachan village has a total of 413 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kachan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kachan is 40.51%. The male literacy rate is 49.47%, while the female literacy rate is 31.30%.