Kachnari - Sihora, Jabalpur
Kachnari is a village situated in the Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihora and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Kachnari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachnari is 489150. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.57 hectares and falls under the 483225 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kachnari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kachnari
As per Census 2011, Kachnari village has a total population of 812 people, consisting of 425 males and 387 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 587 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 207 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kachnari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 425 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 107 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 354 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 71 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Kachnari
Kachnari 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 Kachnari
Public transport in the Kachnari is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sihora to Kachnari is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Kachnari is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachnari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachnari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kachnari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachnari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kachnari
Where is Kachnari located?
Kachnari village is located in Sihora Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachnari?
Kachnari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kachnari?
The pincode of Kachnari is 483225.
What is the population of Kachnari?
Kachnari has a total population of 812, including 425 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Kachnari?
There are 195 households in Kachnari.
What is the literacy rate in Kachnari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachnari is 72.29%. Male literacy is 83.29% and female literacy is 60.21%.