Kacherigan
Kacherigan is a village located in Jajpur Sadar tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Jajpur Sadar (tehsildar office) and 9km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Uparbaruhan is the gram panchayat of Kacherigan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kacherigan unique in its vibrant Jajpur Sadar-Jajapur region. You’ll see Kacherigan’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 Kacherigan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kacherigan is 401047. The village spans a total geographical area of 360 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755009. Jajapur is nearest town to Kacherigan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kacherigan village comes under Jajpur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kacherigan
Population of Kacherigan
According to the 2011 Census, Kacherigan has a total population of about 1,624, with approximately 800 males and 824 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 154 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 338 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.08%, with male literacy at about 85.38% and female literacy near 71.00%. There are around 345 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kacherigan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,624 | 800 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 73 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 172 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,268 | 683 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 117 | 239 |
Connectivity of Kacherigan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kacherigan. As per the 2011 stats, Kacherigan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kacherigan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kacherigan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kacherigan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kacherigan
- Where is Kacherigan located?
- Kacherigan village is situated in Jajpur Sadar Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kacherigan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kacherigan is Uparbaruhan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kacherigan?
- The pincode of Kacherigan is 755009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kacherigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kacherigan is 1,624, with 800 males and 824 females.
- How many households are there in Kacherigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kacherigan village has a total of 345 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kacherigan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kacherigan is 78.08%. The male literacy rate is 85.38%, while the female literacy rate is 71.00%.